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Human Dignity Policy
Honor all people as made in the image of God
“The sacredness of human personality is evident in that God created man in His own image, and in that Christ died for man; therefore, every person of every race possesses full dignity and is worthy of respect and Christian love.”
The Baptist Faith & Message both summarizes the biblical truth that every person bears the image of God, and thus, is worthy of protection and dignity, regardless of age, level of ability, or stage of development, and echoes the biblical mandate to seek justice and righteousness, especially for those who are vulnerable. This reality that all bear the image of God and hold immeasurable dignity and value spurs on our commitment to the following priorities for this year.
Issues related to human dignity
Select a policy and understand our position and actions.
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What the ERLC is engaging in 2025
Policies of
Support Border Security Enhancements and Asylum Reforms
Preserve the Refugee Resettlement Program
Support a Permanent Solution for Dreamers
Support Further Criminal Justice Reforms
Combat the Epidemic of Mass Shootings and Gun Violence
Support Payday Lending Regulations
Support Efforts to Restrict Gambling
Oppose Marijuana Expansion
Advocate for Anti-Human Trafficking Laws
Support Efforts to Shape Artificial Intelligence and Technology that Emphasize Human Dignity
Support a Permanent Solution for Dreamers
Preserve the Refugee Resettlement Program
Support the Afghan Adjustment Act
Support Border Security Enhancements and Asylum Reforms
Support Further Criminal Justice Reforms
Combat the Epidemic of Mass Shootings and Gun Violence
Support Payday Lending Regulations
Support Efforts to Restrict Gambling
Advocate for Anti-Human Trafficking Laws
Support Efforts to Shape Artificial Intelligence and Technology that Emphasize Human Dignity
How to use this policy center
Use the menu to select an issue from the annual policy agenda that outlines the core public policy priorities for this Commission over the next year. Within each issue, learn more through explainers, ERLC and SBC actions, white papers, and related resources. View past annual policy agendas.
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Other policy topics we engage
Our work is rooted in the truths of Scripture and can be categorized in four main areas: life, religious liberty, marriage and family, and human dignity.
Life
The ERLC promotes a culture of life that sees immeasurable value in every person, from conception to natural death, because all individuals are created in God's image.
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Religious Liberty
Religious liberty is a Baptist principle rooted in the belief that a “free church in a free state” serves our churches, provides for the common good, and allows believers to share the gospel freely.
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Marriage & Family
We desire to see policies enacted that allow men, women, and children to flourish according to God’s good design for sexuality and family.
Learn MoreRecent Advocacy Wins
Looking back on the ERLC’s advocacy work for Southern Baptists in 2024, we stood at the forefront of critical social, moral, and policy issues facing our world, advocating for Southern Baptists’ biblical values in the public square.
Here are a few highlights in how we have honored all people as made in the image of God.
Explainer: The ERLC’s advocacy work for Southern Baptists in 2024
As we look back at the ERLC’s advocacy work for Southern Baptists in 2024,...
Evangelical Statement in Support of Israel
In the wake of the evil and indefensible atrocities now committed against the people...
Three Southern Baptist Letters in Support of Israel
Letters sent to the United Nations, President Biden, and Congressional leadership in October 2024
In light of the recent attack by Iran and the upcoming one year marker...
Public Comments Submitted to Oppose the Reclassification of Marijuana
Submitted to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice on July 22, 2024
The ERLC submits public comments to the Drug Enforcement Administration to oppose the reclassification...