Why People Cannot Make up Their Own Moral Rules?
Morals are developed out of personal principles since values are the basis of an individual’s capability to judge what is right or wrong. In Proverbs 14:12, the Bible says, “There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end, it leads to death.” (Proverbs 14:12 New International Version). The passage means that what seems appropriate in human eyes could be a source of their destruction; therefore, there is a need for supernatural guidance when it comes to moral issues. Deceptively, individuals are swift to change their morals depending on the pursuit of self-interest; thus, it is inappropriate to make their own moral rules.
Comparison of Source of Christian Morality and Sources of Other Ethical Systems
Christianity ethics, commonly known as moral theology, are the virtue of morals that emphasize building an honorable personality and a deontological ethic. They are referred to as divine command theory and they assess choices. Hence, natural laws recognize that humans are created in God’s image as beings capable of cooperating and discerning. The source of Christian morals is the Holy Scripture (Bible), and they do not change because of personal interest or time. Other sources of the ethical system include culture and law, whereby the former bring understanding between communities sharing common beliefs, values, and morality. On the other hand, law guides how people live and conduct daily business. All types of morality and ethics allow people to live in harmony and face the consequences of their actions when morals are not followed.
Should Christian Morality Be Integrated into Secular Healthcare Environments?
Association between the faith-based and medical industries is multidimensional and has been in existence for several decades including partnership public healthcare. Inside the Christian traditions, faith and medicine have been more of mutuality, cooperation, and shared values (Levin, 2016). Christian morals should be entranced in healthcare since they have always had essential moral significance and guidance to an individual’s wellbeing and healthcare.
References
Levin, J. (2016). Partnerships between the faith-based and medical sectors: Implications for preventive medicine and public health. Preventive Medicine Reports, 4, 344-350. Web.
New International Version. (2011). Zondervan Online. Web.