workRead pp. 308-322 in Institutes of Biblical Law.
corresponding Rushdoony lecturesListen to the R. J. Rushdoony lecture, Work, that corresponds with this section. Video summary lecture (Andrea Schwartz)
questions for thought & discussion1. In our society, retirement is touted as a thing to work for. Is retiring by the age of 65 a Biblical concept? Is there any correlation with the elderly members of our society being viewed as inept and burdensome, related to this idea of retirement? How about euthanasia?
2. Can a store clerk, a plumber, or a telephone operator classify their work as restorational? In what ways are their tasks religious and moral? 3. How does this concept of work as a restorational function tied into Proverbs 31? How does this concept tie into the role of a helpmeet? 4. Is it accurate to say that man does not have to search for his calling that God through His Word has told all men what their callings are? Why do so many seem clueless regarding calling today? 5. Should a man be pursuing his calling before he takes a wife? Should a woman promise herself to a man who does not have a recognized and active calling? 6. How is becoming educated tied in with the restorational aspect of work? 7. Bach used to adorn his compositional works with the inscription on the top – All for the Honor and Glory of God. How might we apply this concept in conjunction with this section’s main message? 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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