Book 1/Chapter 17
The meaning of God’s ways (section 1)
1. What are the three things that must be remembered with regard to God’s providence?
2. Do hard providences glorify God? What scriptural passage does Calvin use to make this point?
Respect God’s ways (section 2)
1. How does Calvin describe those who do not submit to this doctrine with fear and reverence?
2. And what causes their problem?
3. What verse from Moses sums up Calvin’s approach?
Man’s responsibility (section 3)
1. Give several examples of pagan responses to the gods disposition of human affairs.
2. How does this view lead to an excusing of sin?