Explain what Christian teachings might be used in a discussion about abortion

are many different teachings about abortion. The older teachings usually are “pro-life” and the more modern teachings are often “pro-choice”. A Christian will normally have the view that his denomination has on abortion.  A statement from the Roman Catholic Church said, “ life must be protected with the utmost care from the moment of conception; abortion and infanticide are the most abominable of crimes”. This is showing their views on abortion. It clearly outlines that most of the Roman Catholics are anti-abortion or ‘pro-life’. However a statement in 1984 by the Church of England- board of social responsibility report clearly disagreed. “ Although the foetus is to be specially respected and protected, nonetheless the life of the foetus is not absolutely sacrosanct if it endangers the life of the mother”. The Church of England believes that if the birth will endanger the life of the mother or the baby then abortion is necessary. Subsequently, there are quite strict laws on abortion in the United Kingdom. However, a lot of Christian teachings come from the bible as it is used as a guide for Christian life and it is the basis of Christian worship. In 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 it shows an ancient opinion of abortion although it wasn’t recognised as being practiced then. In an argument over abortion Catholics may use this piece of Christian teaching to their advantage.  “ Surely you know that you are God’s temple and that God’s spirit dwells in you? So if anyone destroys the temple God will destroy them for God’s temple is holy and you are that temple.” However, this also shows that he believe that abortion is as bad as