Discuss the notion of “abnormality” in light of the Bible. What sorts of cognitions and actions are regarded “normal” and “abnormal”?
What does the Bible say about deviant or aberrant behavior? How do the commands of the Bible differ from what is today deemed “normal” or “abnormal” in your society or environment?
How might the teachings of the Bible influence a person’s perception of abnormality? Include the 4 D’s – Dysfunction, Distress, Deviance, and Dangerousness – in your conversation.
Overview
Some of the Bible verses regarding abnomality
Matthew 5:18 ESV /
For really, I say to you, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the Law until everything is done.
Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be concerned about anything, but make your requests known to God through prayer and petition with thankfulness in everything. And the peace of God, which transcends all comprehension, will keep your hearts and minds safe in Christ Jesus.
1 Corinthians 6:9-11 ESV
Or do you not realize that the wicked will not inherit God’s kingdom?
Romans 3:23 ESV
For all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory.
Romans 12:2 ESV
Don’t be conformed to this world, but be converted by the renewing of your mind, so that by testing you can distinguish what God’s will is, what is good, acceptable, and perfect.
Genesis 1:26 ESV
“Let us make man in our image, after our likeness,” God said. And give them dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the skies, the cattle, the soil, and every crawling creature that crawls on the ground.”
Romans 6:23 ESV