Biblical Answer

How does God view human life?

God views human life as being created in His image, with the capacity to reason, make moral choices, and understand the consequences of those actions. This is a fundamental aspect of humanity, distinguishing us from the rest of creation. As the Bible says, "What is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?" (Psalm 8:4). God's relationship with humanity is a central one, and when that relationship is right, all other dimensions of life are positively affected.

God sees human beings as being capable of freely choosing to act in ways that are either in harmony with or in opposition to His nature. This freedom is not a guarantee of success, but rather a demonstration of the inherent value and dignity of human life. As the Bible says, "For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin—because anyone who has died has been set free from sin." (Romans 6:6-7). God views human life as being characterized by a fundamental choice between living in harmony with His nature or living in opposition to it.

God views human life as being marked by a fundamental relationship with Himself. This relationship is characterized by the fear of God and ethical behavior, as seen in the psalmist's statement, "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." (Psalm 34:8). God's people are those who speak the truth and seek peace, and who recognize that their relationship with God will satisfy them completely. This view of human life is one that recognizes the inherent value and dignity of every human being, and sees every human being as being capable of freely choosing to act in ways that are either in harmony with or in opposition to God's nature.