into the life of the self and its interaction with the world. It is a positive affirmation of the law as an active and vital part of Christian maturity. Yet as maturity is reached, the models may be adapted or discarded altogether. So for the young and the weak more defined and regulated forms of direction for the subjugation of the flesh nature are appropriate means of genuine freedom. As one grows, and the inner, spiritual nature is manifested outwardly, the nature of law as direction gives way