Syllogism

A syllogism is a form of reasoning which uses three propositions on a given subject:

“Two premises and a conclusion.” The principle is, if the two premises about the subject are proven true, then they prove or disprove the conclusion.

Syllogisms about the unregenerate: Examples 

Does the unregenerate have faith?

1.      Faith is the fruit of the Spirit. (Premise 1)

2.      Unregenerate do not have the Spirit. (Premise 2)

3.        Unregenerate do not have faith. (Conclusion)

Can the unregenerate please God?

1.        Worshiping God in Spirit pleases God.

2.        Unregenerate do not have the Spirit.

3.        Worship of the unregenerate cannot please God.

Unregenerate led by the Spirit of God?

1.         Children of God are led by the Spirit of God.

2.         Unregenerate do not have the Spirit of God.

3.         The unregenerate are not led by the Spirit of God.