Sanctity of Life: a Theology of Martyrdom - Romans 14:7-8

Biological life is a gift purposed for bearing witness to the presence of God and, although respected, it is not sacred in and of itself. Biological life is seen as an opportunity to re∙present Christ by means of service or labor to the ‘other.’ Sometimes that labor includes a loving sacrifice of our physical life on behalf of others for the glory of God.