Theology in the Raw S2 Ep1119: The (Im)morality of Birth Control and Potential Problems with Adoption: Dr. Matthew Lee Anderson
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Oct 12, 2023 Dr. Matthew Lee Anderson, an Assistant Research Professor of Ethics and Theology, discusses the (im)morality of birth control and potential problems with adoption. They explore the moral implications of contraception, the role of women in ministry, and the complexities surrounding adoption, including financial costs and challenges in the foster care system.
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Birth Control Concerns
- Matthew Lee Anderson argues against all forms of birth control, including vasectomies and tubal ligations.
- He finds their increasing prevalence within evangelical communities concerning, likening it to gender-affirming care.
Chastity in Marriage
- Anderson questions the inability of evangelical couples to forgo sex, linking it to a broader societal absorption of sexual permissiveness.
- He advocates for married couples to practice chastity, mirroring the self-denial expected of single individuals.
Honoring Time and Biology
- Anderson suggests aligning sexual activity with natural biological rhythms as a form of honoring God's creation.
- He views this as a way to cultivate chastity and deepen intimacy within marriage beyond solely pursuing sexual gratification.