Explain the following Biblical concepts and describe how each contribute to what the Bible says about the role of government.

Synthesis Paper Assignment Instructions

Overview

The purpose of this assignment is to begin to synthesize the various worldviews with the formation of policy and governmental function, with a specific focus on the Biblical worldview. Please address all four areas in four separate sections.

Instructions

Four Sections to be addressed:

Explain the following Biblical concepts and describe how each contribute to what the Bible says about the role of government:

Inalienable rights

Natural law

Institutional separation of church and state

Covenant/federalism

Sin/crime distinction

Provide one specific federal policy and apply the Biblical principles from section one, explaining how they would be helpful for understanding the government’s approach to the issue. It is not necessary to use all the Biblical Principles, just those that are most applicable to the policy being discussed.