Questions on Morality, the Trinity, and Retirement
Dec 11, 2023
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Dr. Craig addresses a wide range of questions, including a Christian view on retirement and work. Topics explored include the sufficiency of ethical reciprocity for morality without God, the ethics of retirement for Christians, and the definition of God. They also discuss the Big Bang theory, the initial singularity, and the creation of energy, space, and time.
Ethical reciprocity fails to provide a basis for objective moral values and duties.
Retirement solely for a life of leisure and pleasure-seeking is deemed unethical for Christians.
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Debating Ethical Reciprocity
Ethical reciprocity, similar to the Golden Rule, is often cited by atheists as a foundation for morality. However, this concept fails to provide a basis for objective moral values and duties. It merely asserts that individuals have a moral duty to treat others as they want to be treated. Hence, it falls short in grounding morality.
Ethics of Retirement
The ethics of retirement are called into question, particularly for Christians. While saving for financial independence is wise, retiring solely for a life of leisure and pleasure-seeking is deemed unethical. Christians should remain active in the Lord's work until unable to do so physically or mentally. Retirement as a cultural construct should be rejected, and Christians should seek meaningful work, paid or unpaid, for the kingdom of God until their final days.