Government regulation of businesses runs through all levels of government. There are regulations from the federal government, state government, and the local government. Bill knows these things exist but knows very little about any requirements. Again, he is coming to you and wants to discuss any regulatory requirements he might face. You should use at least two outside sources in addition to your textbook.
Discuss with him the following:
- What types of government regulations are applicable to Bill’s forming an LLC? Give your opinion of a few at the federal, state, and local levels, if any.
- Give three or four examples, in your opinion, of the requirements his potential landscaping business might face. Concentrate mostly on the local requirements here. Why do they apply or why not?
- What are Christians supposed to do when faced with government regulation?
- Provided a couple of Scriptures to support your position.
Reading:
Cheeseman, H. R. (2019). Business law (10th ed.).
- Chapter 43: Administrative Law and Regulatory Agencies
- Review Chapter 39: Limited Liability Companies
Viewing:
Video: How to Form a Colorado LLC Limited Liability Company (3:21)
Read the following verses: 1 Corinthians 12:12-24 and Exodus 18:21.
In 1 Corinthians 12:12-24 we are given a great deal of guidance, which includes business organizational associations and leadership.
Also, in Exodus 18:21 we are told the type of individuals to seek from all the people. Among those are individuals who believe God and are trustworthy, and we are told to place them in positions of authority.
And finally, Proverbs 29:2: “When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan” (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001).
These are to be balanced against an admonition in 2 Corinthians 6:14, “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?” (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001).
Obviously, we need to be careful and discerning in our business associations and our dealings with others in business to reflect the Lord Jesus in all that we say and do. What instances can you remember where your association with business organizations or its leadership were not only dysfunctional, but did not honor God and caused a problem in your own life. What advice would you give to others about that experience from a biblical perspective?
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