Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture Moral Choices (with Scott Rae)
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Mar 14, 2019 
Scott B. Rae, a professor of Christian ethics at Talbot School of Theology, dives into the evolution of moral choices in today's world. He discusses how personal experiences shaped his understanding of bioethics and the impact of technology on moral dilemmas. Rae candidly addresses topics like designer children, euthanasia trends, and shifts in societal views on morality. He emphasizes the importance of considering economic factors in ethical decisions, particularly concerning climate change and vulnerable populations.
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Ethics Needs Theology And Practicality
- Scott Rae wrote Moral Choices to bridge dry ethical theory and disconnected issue-focused books by integrating theology with real-life dilemmas.
- He believes reading Scripture seriously compels engagement with ethics across daily life and public debate.
Personal Trials Shaped His Bioethics
- Scott Rae recounts family struggles with infertility, terminal illness, and genetic testing shaping his bioethics work.
- Those personal experiences made academic ethics follow him into real-life counseling and hospital consultations.
Biotech Brings Mixed Blessings
- Medical and biotechnologies are mixed blessings that extend life but often with compromised quality and unintended consequences.
- Gene editing introduces heritable changes and potential unforeseen harms for future generations.
