The Impact of the Gospel In the final forum interactions, you will further previous discussions by considering the impact the gospel has in shaping a Christian’s interaction with his/her culture.

• How does a fuller view of the implications of the gospel affect how you live out your life?
• How can you more effectively communicate the gospel as something that is not just about a point in time (i.e. a prayer for salvation), but also a life that is lived that reflects the gospel?

You must contribute to the discussion in at least 2 posts of between 200–300 words each.

Discussion question #1:

“The “Underwear Bomber””  Please respond to the following:

• In the textbook, Birkland argues that the “underwear bomber” case tipped the balance in favor of using screening machines that showed a clearer image of a screened passenger’s body under his or her own clothes. Take a position on the following question and provide support for your position: Do you agree that public sentiment supports the use of such machines?
• Take a position on the following question and provide support for your position: Does the failed attempt to bomb Northwest Airlines flight 253 in 2009 (“underwear bomber”) reflect policy failure or policy success?

Discussion question #2:

“Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up”  Based on the lecture, address the following:

• Evaluate and then suggest the most important problem with top-down models of policy implementation by citing at least two problems associated with this model. 
• Evaluate and then discuss whether bottom-up approaches address these problems. 
• Analyze the bottom-up shortcomings.
• On balance, evaluate which model you think would best aid someone who is attempting to design a policy and support your reasons