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Oct 15, 2018 · A Biblical Perspective on Autism. by Ron Sandison October 15, 2018. David, a young adult with autism and mute from birth, was admitted to the hospital for medication adjustment (Names and details have been changed). Two weeks earlier David’s parents had reluctantly placed him in a group home.
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Oct 12, 2024 · The Bible doesn’t mention autism directly, but it does speak to the value of every person, the diversity of God’s creation, and His love for all. These principles can offer comfort and guidance for those navigating life with autism.
May 18, 2022 · Those with ASD can know God by looking at Jesus, studying Scripture, communicating with Him through prayer, obeying Him, and being part of a local church. Their struggles do not preclude them from living a full Christian life that honors and glorifies the Lord (John 10:10; 1 Corinthians 10:31).
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I was raised in a Christian family in Northern Ireland, so church was always part of my life. It was more than just a place we went on Sunday; it was a community made up of all sorts of people from all walks of life. Although I had a lovely childhood, when I started secondary school it became apparent there was something different about me. I rarel...
In the Bible, Christians are instructed to: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your…mind” (Luke 10:27). But what if your mind works differently? One thing I have always struggled with is the idea of having a personal relationship with Jesus. I thought I was alone in feeling like this – perhaps I was just...
It’s important to consider the many positive aspects of autism as well as being realistic about the challenges. Most autistic people have intense interests they are passionate about, and pursuing these can bring great joy. If you want to connect with an autistic person in your life, a good place to start is finding out about their interests. Anothe...
Apr 15, 2024 · Personally studying the Bible, as well as participating in a Bible study is a great way to do this. Adult Autism in 60 Seconds can be found on YouTube. Christians seeking more information about understanding and welcoming people with autism may appreciate Stephen J. Bedard’s podcast Disability Comes to Church.
Whoever mocks the poor insults his Maker; he who is glad at calamity will not go unpunished. Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers. Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a prince.
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Apr 10, 2023 · Does the Bible speak about this issue of autism? Daniel Berger: Yeah, and just to even kind of bridge into this answer. The word “autism” is actually, unfortunately, coined by a eugenic psychiatrist named Asperger who now they’ve taken Asperger’s syndrome or disorder out of the DSM-5 because they’re wanting to disassociate from that.
