Monday, February 04, 2008

The Seven Major Institutions

This was a lesson I had written for our Young Adult Small Group in Kentucky several years ago. The list of seven is adapted from Charles Malik's book, Christ & the University. Great read for anyone wanting to affect our universities and colleges.

The University – education of the young and old
The State – to govern, empower, and protect the citizens
The Professions – doctors, lawyers, engineers, white-collar
The Media – for entertainment and information
The Industry – factories, farms, blue-collar
The Family – the oldest, common unit of existence
The Church – God’s presence in the world


1. Which, in your opinion, is the strongest or most influential?
2. Which is the weakest or least influential?
3. Which is in danger of losing its identity or original design?
4. Which needs the most changes in identity and design?
5. To which can you make a difference and shine the light of Christ?
6. What can you do to affect one of these for the kingdom of God?

Now, go and change your world!

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