Government- Chapter 3

Gospel spreads among the ___________; politicians are ____________. 

Romans, converted

Why is it difficult for Christians to serve in Romans government?

It was difficult because they had to worship Roman gods, but as a Christian you can’t do that anymore. 

Persecution ends with ______ ___ ________. What is this decree?

Edict of Milan, document that Constantine wrote stating Christians will no longer be persecuted in Rome.

Some medieval and early modern Christians believed in a  _________ ___________. Shared morality needs _________ religion.

common religion, shared

In the Reformation,  _____________ congregations form and _______ choose religion for their region; led to wars; illusion of religious unity is shattered.

individual, rulers

What philosopher believed in religious toleration and that people have a conscience and natural law written on man’s heart?

John Locke

What is natural law?

That everyone has a conscience.

In early America, governments should guarantee _____________ _____________. Locke's influence on the US Constitution was ___________________________________.

religious freedom, seen in First amendment; no established religion. 

 In the rise of pluralism, _____________ and ___________ ideas began to permeate society.

humanist and secular

What means focus is all on man; denies or downplays the existence of God and life after death?

humanism

What means all civil policies and education should be made without the introduction of religious elements​?

secularism

What is the Christian’s challenge in the rise of pluralism?

How to act in the world: know what Scripture says, fellowship w. others, followers of Christ, pray, do what the Word says.

With all the philosophical pluralism in our society, it should be obvious that with that comes ____________ ____________. What is this?

People can have different moral beliefs and different ways of viewing what is right or wrong.

The next question is how does a believer handle the situation moralistic pluralism?​

A believer is called to stay faithful to God’s truth while still showing respect and love to those who think differently.

WHAT SHOULD THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE CHURCH AND STATE LOOK LIKE?​

​The church should guide people in faith and morals, while the state governs fairly for all. They should be separate in authority but work together for the good of society.

The challenge of Locke's theory is _____________. Can all religions coexist? 

pluralism

What are the 3 views for the church and state relationship?

Separation of church and state, state over church, church over state

Explain separation of church and state, What are some examples?

All religions should be out of public life.

Prayer out of public schools/events, no CHRISTmas during the holidays.

Explain state over church. What are some examples?

The government rules the church

Christian’s morality won't be/shouldn't be society's morality

Laws govern the activities of the church 

You must choose a side; no neutrality on major issues.

Explain church over state. What is an example?

The church should be protected by the state to worship as it wishes; disciple those in government.

 However, this view forgets that the state's power comes from God.

Roman Catholic Church