"These [in Berea] were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so." - Acts 17:11
Light Mode
ShareShare this on FacebookPinterestWhatsAppEmailPrinter version

(12) There is a way that seems right to a man,
But its end is the way of death.

New King James Version copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc.

We can see the truth of his statement in our society, which engages in situation ethics rather than morality. Our news—local, state and national—is full of examples. When asked why she still supported former President Clinton after his immorality hit television, radio and newsstands, a middle-aged woman replied, "Because he stands for social and political diversification." She was willing to "forgive" his dalliance in the Oval Office with an intern half his age because he supported a political agenda she also espoused!

Diversification means "engaging in assorted operations or producing variety." Synonyms are "variation," "multiplicity," and "mixture." As a basis for ethics, diversification implies variation from a fixed standard. Clinton's own actions—now regarded as acceptable by much of the public—illustrate that his ethical "standard" varies with his mood, desires, and aims. His ethic can plainly be stated as "the end justifies the means."

Moreover, many of the politicians who criticized him for his infidelity, impropriety, and deceit are guilty of the same sins. President Clinton's sins became public knowledge when the media reported every graphic detail. Many of those who reported these things hide similar skeletons in their closets, but until their indiscretions see the light of day, they will continue to make a public mockery of him.

— Martin G. Collins

To learn more, see:
Comparing Ourselves Among Ourselves



 

Topics:

Diversification

Ethical Standards

Immorality

Infidelity

Moral Decay

Moral Relativism

Moral Standards

Morality

Situation Ethics

Standards of Morality

Standards of Right and Wrong




Back to top