Biblical Morality: A Logical Framework
Morality is frequently dismissed as irrational — a collection of preferences, taboos, or power structures rather than a coherent system of thought. But the moral framework Scripture presents is not arbitrary. It is built on a set of premises that, once understood, produce a remarkably consistent and defensible structure. The Foundation The biblical moral framework rests on three foundational premises. First, human beings are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27), which establishes inherent and non-negotiable human dignity. Second, actions have real consequences in people and communities — not just social consequences, but consequences built into the structure of