Is Abortion Modern Day Idolatry?

Is modern-day abortion equivalent to the ancient worship of Molech? Dr. Michael Rydelnik addresses the serious nature of national sin and how believers should respond to the moral struggles of Israel and the United States. In this segment, Dr. Rydelnik responds to a caller who compares modern abortion rates in Israel and America to the idolatry that led to the biblical exile. While acknowledging that abortion is a grievous sin, Dr. Rydelnik distinguishes it from the literal worship of false gods like Molech. He warns against using national sins as a justification for adopting an anti-Israel stance, noting that God has historically worked with His people even when they were imperfect. Ultimately, he argues that the most effective way to address these moral issues is not through generic condemnation, but by sharing the Gospel and seeking to change individual hearts. 👇 Have a Bible translation or theology question? Ask yours here ➜ https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/o... 📖 Want biblical insight every week? Subscribe here ➜ https://www.todayintheword.org/subscr... ⸻ About Open Line Every Saturday, Dr. Michael Rydelnik tackles your toughest Bible questions live on Moody Radio. With clarity, context, and no fluff, he brings Scripture to life and helps listeners cut through the noise. About Dr. Rydelnik Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute. Son of Holocaust survivors. Follower of Jesus. Author. Co-editor of The Moody Bible Commentary. All-around Bible nerd with Brooklyn roots. ⸻ 🧠 More to explore: 🎙️ Open Line Show ➜ https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/o... 🎧 Podcast ➜ https://open.spotify.com/show/4hE43JT... 📅 Free Bible Reading Plan ➜ https://www.todayintheword.org/subscr... 📚 The Moody Bible Commentary ➜ https://www.moodypublishers.com/the-m... ⸻