Posted: September 3rd, 2013
Hays Essay
First, read the article “Applying the Old Testament Law Today” by J. Daniel Hays. Then, write a 1 – 2-page paper answering the prompts below.
Reflect on Hays’ article and assess his understanding of the how Christians should use the Old Testament law. Examine the strengths and weaknesses of his approach. Also, explain how the article contributed to your overall understanding of this issue.
Explain how we reconcile the two New Testament teachings that the Old Testament law is eternal and will never pass away (Matthew 5:17) and that believers are no longer under the law (Romans 7:1 – 6; Galatians 3 – 4).
Select one of the OT passages below and describe how you can apply the law to your own life, using Hays’ approach of “principlism.” Be as detailed and specific as possible.
Exodus 22:25 – 27 Leviticus 19:9 – 10
Leviticus 11:1 – 41 Leviticus 26:1 – 11
Leviticus 17:10 – 14 Deuteronomy 18:9 – 13
Make sure to include a Title Page with your name, the class name, instructor name, and date. Consult the rubric to see how you will be graded.
Reflect on Hays’ article and assess his understanding of the how Christians should use the Old Testament law. Examine the strengths and weaknesses of his approach. Also, explain how the article contributed to your overall understanding of this issue.
Explain how we reconcile the two New Testament teachings that the Old Testament law is eternal and will never pass away (Matthew 5:17) and that believers are no longer under the law (Romans 7:1 – 6; Galatians 3 – 4).
Select one of the OT passages below and describe how you can apply the law to your own life, using Hays’ approach of “principlism.” Be as detailed and specific as possible.
Exodus 22:25 – 27 Leviticus 19:9 – 10
Leviticus 11:1 – 41 Leviticus 26:1 – 11
Leviticus 17:10 – 14 Deuteronomy 18:9 – 13
Make sure to include a Title Page with your name, the class name, instructor name, and date. Consult the rubric to see how you will be graded.
In an original thread, compose your essay using the word counts specified below for the three sections of the essay.
200–250 words
75–100 words
200–250 words
200–250 words
75–100 words
200–250 words
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