Mere Fidelity
Christian Ethics with Oliver O’Donovan
May 14, 2024
Renowned Professor Oliver O'Donovan delves into Christian ethics, discussing the nuances between nature and creation, balancing familial duties with divine commitments, exploring constructive newness in God's order, and unifying biblical ethics under the love commandment. The conversation sheds light on moral formation, the closure of the canon, and the intersection of Jewish tradition with contemporary Christian ethics.
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- Christian ethics is intertwined with beliefs about God and living out His purposes.
- Understanding creation as guided by God's purpose is essential in ethical reflections.
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Understanding the Christian Ethical Perspective: Ethics Through Faith
Professor Oliver O'Donovan, a distinguished Christian ethicist, discusses the essence of Christian ethics as living by faith and committing to God's purpose. He emphasizes that ethics is inherently tied to our beliefs about God and our actions in accordance with His purposes.
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