How should Christians conduct themselves in the public square? This article focuses upon the Old Testament prophet Amos, and his life, mission, and message and its relevance for Christians in the public square. The author first introduces the concept of the public square and then make use of relevant biographical, geographical and historical facts that are helpful to understand Amos’ prophetic voice in the public square.

What is the validity of natural law ethics? The author examines selected texts to see whether the authors assume some sort of universally revealed moral knowledge. Texts examined include Genesis 9:6, Genesis 20, Genesis 26, Job 31:13-15, Amos 1, Amos 6:12.