He concludes the topic by suggesting what we can do as Christians to address the issue both physically and spiritually. He then details the sound medical science of abortion, where atheists fall on the debate, how it ties in morally to society, and, finally, what the Bible says about it. Next, he explains both the pro-choice and pro-life arguments, carefully examining the more common premises most people believe, where those ideas originated, and their history (did you know the early pro-life movement started with feminists in the 1800s?). He then concludes with a “bottom line.”įor example, concerning the issue of abortion, Pastor Ingram first presents real-life scenarios in which many women have found themselves. He then details each side’s perspective, dissecting each line of thinking in a straightforward, logical manner so the reader can understand how and why people believe as they do.
He does an incredible job looking at each issue from both a biblical and worldly perspective to help the reader understand the opposing viewpoint.įirst, Pastor Ingram lays out what the issue is and its history, legally and culturally.
Best-selling author and Christian pastor Chip Ingram’s 2014 book Culture Shock: A Biblical Response to Today’s Most Divisive Issues addresses several of the most controversial subjects facing us today-abortion, homosexuality, the church’s involvement in politics, and the environment.
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