Lesson 1 (Mar 30-Apr 5), Laws in Christ's Day

What makes right right?

Roman Law

1. Where do secular lawmakers such as Romans get their ideas of what is right and wrong?
2. Since Romans occupied Palestine by force, why would Jesus advocate obedience to their law?

Mosaic Law (Civic)

1. If the Mosaic law was from God why would it not be permanent since God does not change?
2. Why did the Sanhedrin at the time of Jesus act falsely to condemn Jesus? 

Mosaic Law (Ceremonial)

1. Why did the Mosaic law not treat men and women equally? 
2. Since the Old Testament is full of rituals, ceremonies and festivals, should we have more of these in the Adventist church?
3. How successful was the sanctuary system in conveying the truths of salvation?

Rabbinic Law

1. What do you think prompted the rabbis to multiply the rules for sabbath observance?
2. Should Adventists become less strict with sabbath observance?
3. What are principles to guide us in determining what is right or wrong to do on Sabbath?

The Moral Law

1. Is it possible to keep the ten commandments and still not love people?
2. Is it possible to love God and people and still not be keeping the ten commandments?
3. Why do you think God gave ten and not more commandments?