Liberty's Light http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/feed/? Latest topics Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:30:23 GMT 10 Liberty's Light http://i83.servimg.com/u/f83/13/43/95/31/banner12.jpg http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/feed/? The Thesis http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/the-thesis-t115.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, No... it isn't done yet. And I am realizing that it won't be if we don't do this differently. We are going to change the way we are going about these Bible studies. Before, we had one or two people study out their views, write them out, present them, and then everyone debates them. Now, we are going to merge all of these steps into one step. We are going to all work together on a topical Bible study. We need to figure out where and when God instituted government (we know ... Adjust Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:30:23 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/the-thesis-t115.htm#1476 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/the-thesis-t115.htm Unity http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/unity-t109.htm Peter G. Greetings, I am interested in possibly starting a forum and a movement that is all about church unity. And I need some help accomplishing this. If you would like to help please let me know how you would like to help. I will list below what I need and how you can help. I need someone who can help setting up the forum. I need pretty much everyone to help me do a bible study about the matter and to give verses and have a discussion about what does the bible have to say about unity. I ... Felicitations Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:46:23 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/unity-t109.htm#1438 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/unity-t109.htm The Lie of Democracy http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-lie-of-democracy-t112.htm Jordan Wright Greetings! You are about to read the first draft of a speech I am preparing for an NCFCA competition this fall and next spring. Since you guys are you discussions have been the primary force behind this speech, I decided I wanted your help and advise. If the community would like, the final draft can also become a blog post. So, without further ado, I present the first draft of The Lie of Democracy. Our Founding Fathers bequeathed us a mighty gift: democracy. We have treasured it. But ... Act Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:58:42 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-lie-of-democracy-t112.htm#1450 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-lie-of-democracy-t112.htm Good First Reads and Good First Posts http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/good-first-reads-and-good-first-posts-t114.htm Peter G. Greetings first timers. My name is Peter. I am a moderator on this forum, and if you have any questions or need help just send me a PM and I'll be glad to help. The purpose of this thread is for all the new members or those who are new to the forum and to let you know where you should post first and what you should read first. The perfect first post would be under Interaction-Introduction-Just the Facts. In this thread, you would basically introduce yourself. And that is found here: ... Welcome Instructions Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:59:55 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/good-first-reads-and-good-first-posts-t114.htm#1470 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/good-first-reads-and-good-first-posts-t114.htm Separation of Church and State http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-church-and-state-t108.htm Peter G. Greetings, Jay and I have discussed starting a thread on the Separation of Church and State. We decided to start one to define: What is meant by separation of church and state? Should there be any level of separation of church and state? Is separation of these two spheres biblical? Should they ever cross? What is each of these sphere's duty? How does the duty's of each sphere apply to this topic? Final Conclusion on the topic? In Christ, Peter G. Adjust Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:35:59 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-church-and-state-t108.htm#1437 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-church-and-state-t108.htm Milita http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/milita-t111.htm Peter G. Greetings, The last topic Jay and I discussed is milita. It came about in one of the threads that the government should not have a waiting army, but that we should have a milita. Therefore: What do we mean by milita? Who will be in control? Does the bible have anything to say about it? Who can be in the milita? Should there be an age limit of who can be in the milita? Should there be separate branches of the milita (Aka, air force, military, coast guard, etc)? What is ... Queue Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:11:48 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/milita-t111.htm#1440 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/milita-t111.htm Separation of Education and State??? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-education-and-state-t110.htm Peter G. Greetings, Jay and I have also talked about starting a thread on Separation of Education and State as I would like to put it. On one of the threads, that is kind of the conclusion we came up with for our conclusion on the education thread. And Jay and I were saying that it would be good if people perhaps posted what their stances where on the subject. WE ARE NOT DEBATING ABOUT WHAT SCHOOLING IS THE BEST. If we decide to debate on schooling, that will be later, but not now (sorry to disappoint ... Adjust Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:08:51 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-education-and-state-t110.htm#1439 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/separation-of-education-and-state-t110.htm Contracts http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/contracts-t96.htm Hannah Marie In the thread defining property, there was a difference in opinion that came up. We settled this by coming up with a seperate category: contracts. However, we must define the limits, the means, and the way contracts are carried out; and, of course, we must define the very word itself. Some questions to consider: What is a contract? What is involved in a contract? What are the limits regarding contracts? How are contracts to be made/formed? How should contracts be carried ... Definitions Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:13:10 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/contracts-t96.htm#1017 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/contracts-t96.htm Government Paper http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/government-paper-t106.htm Peter G. Greetings, I wasn't sure where this should go, and I think this is the right place to put the thread topic. Anyway, I am planning on writing a paper in regards to government and how it has over stepped its bounds for my gavel club. I am planning on using what we have talked about here, and also probably end up writing a huge paper on it as well. But for now, what do you think should I put in that is the most important, and then I'll discuss with you guys about what I am planning to say and ... Felicitations Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:42:54 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/government-paper-t106.htm#1390 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/government-paper-t106.htm Schools and Government? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/schools-and-government-t64.htm Hannah Marie Schools. Tax funded and government regulated institutions of learning. However, is it really within the government's purpose to have jurisdictions over schools? Should the government really finance and regulate schools? Should the government really have a hand in everything taught in schools? Should government mandate schooling? With the corruption seen in schools today, we must ponder whether or not it is best or even correct that the government has control over the schools and youth's ... Discussions Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:25:01 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/schools-and-government-t64.htm#393 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/schools-and-government-t64.htm Definition of God http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/definition-of-god-t95.htm Peter G. Greetings, I do believe that this topic is within the "rules" of this place. Anyway, What do you all think the definition of God is? I mean, what do we really mean when we say the word "God"? Please post and don't go all ditzy on me either. :P In Christ, Peter G. P.S. I'm leaving this pretty open, however if need be, I will either delete some of the posts that don't address the issue at hand, or put you guys back on the "right track". ... Felicitations Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:09:28 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/definition-of-god-t95.htm#984 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/felicitations-f4/definition-of-god-t95.htm Utilities http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/utilities-t36.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, We are all used to government having a monopoly on utilities like roads and etc. But is this biblical? Does it fit in with our definition of government's responsibilities? Is it necessary? It would be egotistic to a degree to say that legislators are the only ones who can organize something across a nation, and even evolutionary and socialistic if you want to think about it. My question is, do we need to justify government controlling utilities? Is it biblical for government ... Discussions Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:19:06 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/utilities-t36.htm#172 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/utilities-t36.htm Theocracy http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/theocracy-t107.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes A correct understanding of the biblical meaning for theocracy and how it affects us influencing government in the NT is crucial. Therefore, I wrote the following article to start the discussion. If you cannot read it there, let me know, and I will email it to you in rtf format. I plan to extend this article into a second one, refuting the top objections that come up (beyond what I already did). The next crucial article is on the exclusivity of the powers of government. Adjust Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:04:52 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/theocracy-t107.htm#1404 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/adjust-f17/theocracy-t107.htm Currency http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/currency-t105.htm Jordan Wright
Should the government make currency?]]> Queue Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:13:25 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/currency-t105.htm#1389 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/currency-t105.htm Illegal Immigration http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/illegal-immigration-t49.htm Peter G. Greetings, Recently I have been thinking about how illegal immigrations and aliens can affect economy, jobs, and living standards. Here are some questions to discuss: Is it within the civil magistrate's jurisdiction to restrict immigration? Does immigration harm the economy in any way? What are your thoughts on immigration in general? If it is within the government to restrict Immigration, what are some ways to do so? In Christ, Peter G. Discussions Thu, 19 Feb 2009 02:21:55 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/illegal-immigration-t49.htm#248 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussions-f1/illegal-immigration-t49.htm Dr Gary North's series of Biblical Economics http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/dr-gary-north-s-series-of-biblical-economics-t103.htm BillOliver In 1973 Rousas John Rushdoony broke the ice with The Institutes of Biblical Law. He followed that in 1982 with Volume II Law and Society. He published Vol III The Intent of The Law in 1999. His son in Law, Dr Gary North has written a Biblical Economics series. (http://garynorth.com/freebooks/) Here are just a few of the topics that the free books on this Web site deal with: education economics history government creationism prophecy demonism-occultism secular humanism the U.S. ... Resources Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:25:17 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/dr-gary-north-s-series-of-biblical-economics-t103.htm#1339 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/dr-gary-north-s-series-of-biblical-economics-t103.htm Book recommendations http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/book-recommendations-t33.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes
Here is where you can recommend good quality books that provide resources for other forum members that are pertinent to the forum purpose.

I recommend "The Seven Myths of Gun Control" by Richard Poe to start off. It does a very good job exposing the erroneous gun-control thinking. A very valuable asset to our cause.

With joy and peace in Christ,
Jay Lauser]]> Resources Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:35:23 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/book-recommendations-t33.htm#130 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/book-recommendations-t33.htm Sufficiency of the Scriptures http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/sufficiency-of-the-scriptures-t100.htm caleb I'll just open this up very generally based off of the discussion in the Utilities thread. This discussion will obviously be in regards to a biblical form of government. The implications of this can go to the other spheres of life as well though. (Family, church, important decisions, etc.) Is the Bible fully sufficient for everything involved in making and running a government? Or Does the Bible only give general principles, but not specific mandates for every aspect of government? ... Align Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:42:56 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/sufficiency-of-the-scriptures-t100.htm#1163 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/sufficiency-of-the-scriptures-t100.htm Biblical Support of Government http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/biblical-support-of-government-t102.htm Peter G. Greetings, This thread if for the posting of verses that we find that might pertain to what the Bible says about government. Moreover, when you do post a verse, this is what you need to have: The Book, Chapter, and Verse from which it is found. Post why you think it pertains to government. Post which aspects of government it pertains to. And what parts of the forum based on threads posted it could be used. (If there isn't one, just say what type of thread it could work ... Bible study Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:11:28 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/biblical-support-of-government-t102.htm#1203 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/biblical-support-of-government-t102.htm Military http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/military-t101.htm caleb
Should the military be funded by the government?

Should the military be controlled by the government?

If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then a LL2 topic can be about how the military is staffed, operated, what are the prerequisites for war, etc.

To God be the glory,
-Caleb]]> Queue Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:54:31 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/military-t101.htm#1183 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/military-t101.htm Defining a Citizen http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/defining-a-citizen-t77.htm caleb All nations have citizens. (At least to my knowledge they do.) Citizens are supposed to have special rights over non-citizens in a country. (One example is if a country's citizens are attacked by terrorists, the government usually goes to war against the terrorist group or the country from which the group operates. However, the country would usually not go to war if the victims were not citizens of that country.) So: Who is a citizen? Or in other words, what qualifications must you ... Definitions Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:59:35 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/defining-a-citizen-t77.htm#651 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/defining-a-citizen-t77.htm What is Law? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/what-is-law-t79.htm Dr. Hipopótamo
Should we, and how should we distinguish between the above definitions?

Do you have any other comments about the meaning of “law?”]]> Definitions Fri, 15 May 2009 20:25:00 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/what-is-law-t79.htm#714 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-f26/what-is-law-t79.htm What do we do here? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/learning-corner-f28/what-do-we-do-here-t62.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, I have noted that many people who join the forum do so to gain a biblical understanding of government and political science even though they admittedly do not know much about them to start with. I am pleased with this. It fits in with what the purpose of the forum is in essence: to help Christians realize how a government ought to function biblically. So, I have constructed this section of the forum with newbies to governmental and economical theory to ask questions and for us ... Learning Corner Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:44:04 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/learning-corner-f28/what-do-we-do-here-t62.htm#377 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/learning-corner-f28/what-do-we-do-here-t62.htm What is Your Purpose for Joining This Forum? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-joining-this-forum-t23.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, In this thread I want each of us to help each other find intersections in our purposes of contributing to this forum. We are not here to find areas of disagreement and conflicts of interest, but grounds for collaboration. So phrase your responses to that end, without compromising. Compromise is not our goal. What goals in your life do you feel this forum helps you meet? How does contributing to this forum assist your life's passion? What concerns, or things that you see ... Align Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:37:44 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-joining-this-forum-t23.htm#33 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-joining-this-forum-t23.htm Old Testament Law http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/old-testament-law-t48.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, In the course of some discussions, I discovered some controversy amongst us about how we ought to apply the Old Testament Law to us in the New Testament era. Because of the foundational nature of this issue, I would like it if we all participated in this thread's discussion. I will put some threads back in the Queue and edit them to reflect this thread's existence. There are many ways that people use to deal with the Old Testament Law (the Mosaic law especially). There are ... Bible study Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:35:44 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/old-testament-law-t48.htm#247 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/old-testament-law-t48.htm Rights http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/rights-t97.htm Hannah Marie In both the United States Constitution and the Crime thread, we have run into the word "rights." What exactly are rights? What determines to what extent a right is given? There are many questions concerning this one word and the multiple definitions or meanings behind it. The best place to go for the answers to the many questions concerning this one word is the Bible. Here are a few questions to consider while searching for the Biblically accurate meaning behind rights: What is ... Queue Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:48:36 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/rights-t97.htm#1018 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/rights-t97.htm What is your purpose for discussing a biblical nation? [edited] http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-discussing-a-biblical-nation-edited-t29.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes What is your purpose for discussing a biblical nation? Please answer the following questions in your posts with thought and conciseness. What is important about a biblical nation? What fundamental purpose do you have in relation to discussing a biblical nation? What methods do you consider important to implement for the furthering of that purpose? What exact results do you look to see that will fulfill your purpose? With joy and peace in Christ, Jay Lauser Align Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:15:36 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-discussing-a-biblical-nation-edited-t29.htm#74 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/align-f14/what-is-your-purpose-for-discussing-a-biblical-nation-edited-t29.htm The Role of Christians in Government http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/the-role-of-christians-in-government-t94.htm Dr. Hipopótamo In Old Testament Israel, religion and government were practically synonymous. Worshiping the LORD was compulsory, and a sin against God was punishable by men, as well as sins against other men. God's people were God's nation. However, when Christ came, things changed. Now God's kingdom is not of this world, but "our conversation [citizenship] is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Savior..." (Philippians 3:20) Because of this change, God's people now have a different role in ... Queue Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:07:22 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/the-role-of-christians-in-government-t94.htm#981 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/the-role-of-christians-in-government-t94.htm The NT Definition of Crime http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/the-nt-definition-of-crime-t85.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Part One 1 Peter 2:9 But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: I am not declaring these definitions to be universally binding, only that this is how I will be using them in this study. I will be using words that normally have broad meanings, but I will be using them here in a narrower capacity. I will define below the narrower ... Bible study Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:24:54 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/the-nt-definition-of-crime-t85.htm#841 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/the-nt-definition-of-crime-t85.htm Forms of Government http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/forms-of-government-t50.htm Jonathan S. OK. We've decided on government's role, so what now? We have to decide what form of government to use. In other words, should it be a democracy, republic, dictatorship, or what; and why? The systems that have seemed to work well are democracy and republicanism. However, the primary examples of these from history are Greece and Rome. Each of these collapsed after a few hundred years. Russia has had a dictatorship for centuries, and is still around. What a conundrum! So the questions are: What ... Discussion archives Wed, 25 Feb 2009 03:33:12 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/forms-of-government-t50.htm#265 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/forms-of-government-t50.htm Death Research Project http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/death-research-project-t65.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, In the course of the discussion on the definition of life, we decided to delegate a research committee to the task of determining when a person can be considered dead by the civil law. This team will be based on both this forum and on Von's blog. Von will be leading it. He has the expertise to help guide us to a conclusion. Since this is our first research endeavor, I want to explain myself here a little. There will be a stage of planning in which the members will figure ... Act Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:38:26 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/death-research-project-t65.htm#394 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/death-research-project-t65.htm Studies http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/introductions-f3/studies-t6.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes
  • What areas of expertise do you study?
  • Where do your scientific interests lie?
  • What do you enjoy learning about?


Regards,
Jay Lauser]]> Introductions Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:22:54 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/introductions-f3/studies-t6.htm#6 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/introductions-f3/studies-t6.htm Prevention http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/prevention-t37.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, Does government have a place in prevention of crime? Historically, efforts to do this have resulted in a loss of liberty by those who are righteous, and hardly slowed down crime. A prime example is gun control. Is it possible and biblical for government to try to prevent crime outside of being consistent in its punishment? How can government prevent crime? Is it its responsibility to do so outside of punishing it? With joy and peace in Christ, Jay Lauser Discussion archives Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:23:51 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/prevention-t37.htm#173 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/prevention-t37.htm What is crime? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-crime-t13.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes What Is Crime? How can a government be designed to combat and punish crime if it doesn't know what it is? It would be a crime for it to punish an innocent action or one outside of its jurisdiction. It would be crime compounded with incompetence for it to let a crime get away. We must know what the boundaries of crime are. I believe that crime is essentially the removal of someone else's liberty in some way without their informed consent. I do not have any specific formulas about how ... Definitions Archives Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:34:00 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-crime-t13.htm#13 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-crime-t13.htm What is property? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-property-t68.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, In any definition of crime, it will involve property. We need to define what we mean by property. This will not be as easy as it sounds. Should property include the water, air, sunlight, etc, that are on land when you buy it? So that it would be a crime (as it is in Japan) for you neighbor to erect a structure that casts a shadow over your property (important if you have a garden or an underground house). It would also be a crime if a factory was built next door and started ... Definitions Archives Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:24:33 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-property-t68.htm#429 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-property-t68.htm What is Life? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-life-t45.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes What is Life? It is the responsibility of government to punish the taking of someone's life unjustly. Yet when does a person's life begin or end being life that is worthy of protection? Modern society claims that the lives of the unborn, very old, mentally ill, and etc. are not defensible. But is this biblical and true? When does life begin? When does life end? What makes life valuable? With joy and peace in Christ, Jay Lauser Definitions Archives Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:40:45 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-life-t45.htm#216 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-life-t45.htm A Biblical view of human rights http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/a-biblical-view-of-human-rights-t53.htm Jonathan S. The Declaration of independence says, "all men are...endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights." There has been some discussion on this forum as to whether the concept of rights is Biblical. It is important to define rights before getting into a discussion of them. So, 1) What are rights? How is a right defined in the dictionary and how do we define it on this forum? Are there any passages of scripture that can help us to define this word? 2) What does ... Definitions Archives Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:00:55 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/a-biblical-view-of-human-rights-t53.htm#311 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/a-biblical-view-of-human-rights-t53.htm Specific exegetical principles http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/specific-exegetical-principles-t40.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, Exegetical Bible study is when you take out of the Scripture your ideas and teachings, instead of reading them into it (which is eisegesis, look it up on google with "define:eisegesis"). What we will do in this thread is post exegetical studies that we have done to find biblical principles for government. We will use Scripture to interpret Scripture by studying nearby, similar, and contrasting passages and determining the context and intent of the ... Bible study Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:38:45 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/specific-exegetical-principles-t40.htm#184 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-f24/specific-exegetical-principles-t40.htm Blog Poem http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/blog-poem-t75.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes
What do you guys think of putting this poem onto the blog?

We are the cry in the night at the darkness of dawn
That heralds the wakening of the life of true light.
Rise now and hearken to the dying cry of freedom;
Lift your voices and swords to shake tyranny's might!


With joy and peace in Christ,
Jay Lauser]]> Act archives Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:50:34 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/blog-poem-t75.htm#648 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/blog-poem-t75.htm Writing contest http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/writing-contest-t67.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, We need an about page for the blog. It needs to accurately describe out goal, mission, starting points (assumptions), what our standards are as far as conduct and etc., as well as be concise, easy to read, enjoyable, and over-all well-written. Post your entries as responses to this thread, and the Honor Roll Members will decide which one wins. The other ones will also be considered for regular posting. Good writing! With joy and peace in Christ, Jay Lauser Act archives Sat, 21 Mar 2009 17:33:38 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/writing-contest-t67.htm#415 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/writing-contest-t67.htm What is liberty? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-liberty-t14.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes What Is Liberty? It is the duty of government and us to defend liberty, but we must define it before we can defend it. Liberty is the crucial gift from God to do things that are not wrong. Pornography is not freedom of speech, but a crime. Censorship of creation science is also not free speech. One is a violation of liberty and the other is an exercise of it; our culture has blurred the lines. Where are the biblical boundaries for liberty? What is the priority of liberty? How ... Definitions Archives Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:41:55 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-liberty-t14.htm#14 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-liberty-t14.htm The Importance and Realization of a Biblical Nation http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-importance-and-realization-of-a-biblical-nation-t59.htm caleb What is important about a biblical nation? How is a biblically founded nation any better than other forms of government? These are important questions for Christians around the world to ask as they look at the system of government they live under. First of all, I would like to provide some Scripture verses that give insight into these questions: "The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God." (Psalms 9:17) "Blessed is the nation whose God ... Act Tue, 17 Mar 2009 21:14:21 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-importance-and-realization-of-a-biblical-nation-t59.htm#348 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-f16/the-importance-and-realization-of-a-biblical-nation-t59.htm What is Truth? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-truth-t46.htm Peter G.
I just watched a video called Worldview Weekend Training. And Josh McDowel talked about the definition of Truth. However, before I define Truth the way the Josh McDowel did, I want to see how you guys define it. So:

*What is Truth?

Peter]]> Definitions Archives Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:21:21 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-truth-t46.htm#237 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/definitions-archives-f27/what-is-truth-t46.htm Is There Not a Cause? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/is-there-not-a-cause-t58.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Why should we even care about the Bible's view of government's responsibilities? Why should we care how it limits it? Why should we care what it requires of it? Why should we care that no nation on earth today obeys it? Why should we care at all about government? If you have a true desire in your heart to serve God and obey His commands, you would not ask those questions without a sincere desire to find the answers. Those questions are asked in a rhetorical way only by those who deliberately ... Act archives Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:16:44 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/is-there-not-a-cause-t58.htm#339 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/act-archives-f21/is-there-not-a-cause-t58.htm New Posting Recommendation http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/new-posting-recommendation-t70.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes
Due to the recent failure of the service provider's backups and recovery system, It is very highly recommended that you write and save everything that you write on here into a text document on your computer in case you need to repost. This is advisable anyway because it assists you in better spell-checking and writing. Thank you for your time and patience.

With joy and peace in Christ,
Jay Lauser]]> Welcome Instructions Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:18:19 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/new-posting-recommendation-t70.htm#454 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/welcome-instructions-f15/new-posting-recommendation-t70.htm Lazy People http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/lazy-people-t28.htm Peter G. Welfare and Lazy People People have recently grown lazy, expecting the government to take care of our every whim. However, has the Bible not spoken out against such manner, living, and attitude? “For even when we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone will not work, neither let him eat. Foe we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work and acting like busybodies.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10-11. Who should pay for people to live? Should ... Discussion archives Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:11:00 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/lazy-people-t28.htm#63 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/lazy-people-t28.htm KJV, please be Socratic http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-archives-f25/kjv-please-be-socratic-t43.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes Greetings, It did not come as any surprise to me when the first post anyone did on the Specific exegetical principles thread was one on the KJV hot topic. I do prefer the KJV, for a very many good reasons. I want to make it clear from the first, however, that I am not one of those who believe that you are horribly sinning or are not saved if you do not use the KJV exclusively. I have read out of other versions, and even done side-by-side studies with them. I have found the KJV to be ... Bible study Archives Wed, 11 Feb 2009 20:01:23 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-archives-f25/kjv-please-be-socratic-t43.htm#186 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/bible-study-archives-f25/kjv-please-be-socratic-t43.htm The Purpose of Government http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/the-purpose-of-government-t11.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes The Purpose of Government. The purpose of government is one of the most crucial points that we must have all decided upon before any great progress can be made in other discussions. Government has responsibilities just like a person, and it is our duty to discern them so that we may construct ours to be able to most efficiently and capably fulfill those obligations. It also has boundaries and jurisdictions of influence like a person, and it is also our duty to do our best to limit our nation ... Discussion archives Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:09:59 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/the-purpose-of-government-t11.htm#11 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/discussion-archives-f5/the-purpose-of-government-t11.htm Capital Punishment: Is it Just http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/capital-punishment-is-it-just-t60.htm caleb I noticed that an interesting discussion on "When life can justly be taken" emerged. I proposed that capital punishment is just and necessary in some instances and also mentioned 18 different crimes that God commanded being punished with death. The following is a complete list of those crimes and the Scriptures I found them in. Please answer the following questions regarding each: Is this a crime that we should punish with death today? Why or why not? If the crime ... Queue Tue, 17 Mar 2009 23:39:58 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/capital-punishment-is-it-just-t60.htm#350 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/queue-f2/capital-punishment-is-it-just-t60.htm Books read yet? http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/books-read-yet-t34.htm Sir Emeth Mimetes
How many of you have read the Crucial books yet? study

With joy and peace in Christ,
Jay Lauser]]> Resources Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:05:31 GMT http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/books-read-yet-t34.htm#137 http://lawfulnation.pureforum.net/resources-f19/books-read-yet-t34.htm