Christians propose to society a biblical humanism "deeply grounded in the dignity of the human person at every stage of development, disadvantage, or decline." (pg. 185)
When Christians today see life through God's eyes... we are compelled not only to care for the poor and vulnerable but to defend every human's God-given right. (pg. 171)Colson examines the issue of abortion in this chapter and argues that it is not simply right-wing Christians trying to impose their views on politics, but the anti-abortion conviction began with the early Church. Colson expands this to issues beyond abortion, saying that Christians believe that all people should have a right to life. He compares Christian humanism to secularism, saying that secularism does not give a reason why humans are any different from animals, and secular ethics can not protect the sanctity of life. He argues that Christians are (or should be) dedicated to protecting rights of all people, including abolishing slavery and protecting rights for women. He criticizes the utilitarian ethic by showing how each life, even the most disadvantaged, is precious to the Christian. Finally, he takes a look at scientific advancements that allow humans to essentially play God, and quotes C.S. Lewis in saying that by designing future generations, we will become the victims of our success, and that we should not use these technologies simply because they exist. He points out other disturbing patterns today, such as seeing children as commodities rather than lives, and argues that the defense of the sanctity of life should be the mark of a true Christian.
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