Abortion and the Death Penalty
I know this post will probably ruffle a few feathers. This is J.L.'s thinking out loud and is not associated with or the position of my church. However, it is not intended to anger people, but instead think biblically & critically about the issues of our day. I am pro-life as are many evangelicals. But I have never understood how someone can be pro-life on the issue of abortion yet support the death penalty. If we are pro-life, should we also not be against the death penalty because it takes life? I don't claim to be highly intelligent or a scholar, so I want to hear your thoughts. Here are my questions: How can we quote certain Bible verses regarding abortion, but then not also apply to the death penalty? I know you will quote "an eye for an eye", but what about Jesus' teaching about grace, forgiveness, and mercy? Am I the only person who is confused by this position?