Personal responsibilities Flashcards
(19 cards)
Describe Christian views on heterosexuality(3)
Part of God’s plan for men and women in the world
Relationship between man and a woman should be committed, faithful and loving
The way God intended for new life to be brought into the world
Describe Christian views on homosexuality(3+3+2)
Goes against God’s plan and is the result of a sin
“no man is to have sexual relations with another man”(leviticus 18:22)
“do not lie with a man as one lies with a woman. that is destestable”
Roman Catholic:
- sex is intended to be procreative and unitive - therefore homosexual acts are wrong
- should not discriminate against homosexuals, but treat them with respect and compassion
- expect them to remain celibate, since it is against natural law
Church of England:
- welcomes homosexual couples who cannot remain celibate into church lives
- loving homosexual relationships are the same as loving heterosexual relationships
What is chastity
Sexual purity - not having sex outside of marriage
Describe arguments for and against chastity(5+2)
For:
- casual sex shows disrespect and lack of responsibility towards oneself and the other person - trivialises sex
- main purpose of sex is reproduction, which requires a stable environment only providable by a marriage
- Bible describes sex outside marriage as sexual immorality(which is a sin), which harms the body, which is “a temple of the holy spirit”(1 corinthians 6:18)
- “avoid sexual immorality”(I thessalonians 4:3)
- “each of you shall learn to control your body in a way that is holy and honourable”
Against:
- sex outside marriage is acceptable provided it is within the context of love and commitment
- availability of contraception means sexual relationships can be enjoyed responsibly before marriage
Describe christian views on artificial contraception(1+2+2)
It is a barrier to new life(e.g. condom)
For:
- it is acceptable for people to have sex for reasons other than having children
- Church of England - there is no requirement to try to have children every time people make love
Against:
- making love is meant to be procreative and unitive, and contraception prevents this
- Catholics - contraception opposes God’s plan(“be fruitful and multiply”)
Describe christian views on emergency contraception(1+2)
A type of artificial contraception that is taken after sex(e.g. morning after pill)
Against:
- may stop a fertilised egg from developing, which is termination of human life - murder
- prevents a potential life from being born
Describe christian views on natural contraception(1+3)
Uses natural family planning(e.g. rhythm method)
For:
- methods given by God to help the couples plan their family
- there may be good reasons for not wanting children(e.g. poverty)
- doesn’t stop the population from growing, so doesn’t oppose God’s plan - helps families to not get too big to support
Describe Christian views on adultery(3)
“Do no commit adultery”(exodus 20:14)
Sinful - breaks marriage vows, causes suffering, threatens family life
Jesus said to a woman who committed adultery “go and sin no more” - she should change her life
Describe arguments for and against alcohol(2+3)
For:
- enhances social enjoyment
- eases inhibitions
Against:
- leads to premature death
- damages relationships
- leads to crime
Explain different Christian views on alcohol(8)
Anglicans and Catholics encourage responsible drinking
- Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding and drank it(John 2)
- Jesus shared wine with his disciples at the last supper(Matthew 26)
- if taken in excess it is disrespecting the body - “your body is a temple of the holy spirit”(1 corinthians 6:18)
- “do not get drunk… instead be filled with the holy spirit”(ephesians 5:18)
Methodists encourages total abstinence or responsible drinking
Salvation army are teetotal because they work closely with addicts and have seen the devastating effects it can cause
-wants to set a good example to the people they work with
Describe arguments for and against tobacco(2+2)
For:
- part of social scene
- makes person feel relaxed
Against:
- leads to premature death
- passive smoking - harms those nearby
Explain Christian views on tobacco(3)
Strongly discouraged due to the harm it causes to the smoker and those around
Disrespect of body, “your body is a temple of the holy spirit”(1 corinthians 6:18)
Not wise stewardship of money
Describe arguments for and against illegal drugs(2+2)
For:
- pain relief
- temporary escape from problems
Against:
- leads to crime and premature death
- causes mental illnesses
Explain Christian views on illegal drugs(5+3)
All christian denominations are against it:
- goes against both sanctity and quality of life - causes harm to the individual, families and society
- causes addiction - “have no idols”(exodus 20:4) - addiction is bad
- illegal - “all authorities that exist have been established by god”(Romans 13:1)
- “avoid every kind of evil”
Some may argue that it is less dangerous than alcohol
- agree to use of cannabis in treating certain medical conditions
- some support legalisation
What are some reasons for taking drugs(4)
Pain relief, addiction, escapism, peer pressure
What are the effects of drugs on the individual(3)
Addiction/dependency on the drug, so reduced quality and value of life
Health problems
Financial problems
What are the effects of drugs on the family(4)
Violence/Sexual assaults
Passive smoking
Addict may steal from family members to fund his habit
Pregnant women damages baby
What are the effects of drugs on the society(3)
Money wasted on rehabilitation which could be spent better elsewhere
More crimes causing more harm and death
Leads to gang culture
How can Christians help those addicted to drugs(6)
Support for the families
Counselling
Rehabilitation clinics
Donating money to fund for rehabilitation
Pray/forgive them
Include them in society
