The Negativism of the Law

Read  pp. 101 - 106 in Institutes of Biblical Law.

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corresponding Rushdoony lectures

The following lecture pertains to this section.

Negativism and the Law

Video summary lecture (Andrea Schwartz)​

questions for thought & discussion

1. ​​The Scriptures state that men are depraved by nature and predisposed to sin.  Why shouldn't regulatory agencies be put in place to curtail the effects of man's sinful nature? 
   
   
2. List as many "positive laws" as you can that you are subject to by our present society.  Since you are not free to disobey them, in what ways as a Christian can you work to liberate yourself and others from them?
   
   
3. Do you think the "perpetual childhood" of many adults  and the  "desire for youth" are tied into a parent-like state that seeks to keep its citizenry immature and irresponsible?  If yes, why?  If no, why not?
   
   
4. Why would sinful man like "positive laws" rather than "negative laws"?
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5. Why did the author place this section as the first in the chapter of the Third Commandment?

application

​One of the surest ways to identify whether you understand a subject is to write a point of view paper (sometimes referred to as a position paper).  This exercise helps to unearth areas of confusion, uncertainty, and/or disagreement, many times revealing that a number of unanswered questions remain. Once completed, you may submit your paper for comments.
 
After formulating your position(s) on the subjects covered in each lesson, a good next step is to engage in conversation (with your spouse, children, parents, friends, or co-workers) to better hone your skill in communicating the concepts you have learned and are assimilating into your own thinking.  Do not be concerned about “messing up” or doing it the “wrong way” as you will do plenty of both!  As with anything worth doing, practice will refine this skill, which is vital in order to fulfill the Great Commission.  If you find you need some one-on-one interaction, you may submit a question or request an appointment.

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