Underlying causes of legalism: 1. Humanistic concept of self-control – “I’m in control of how things go.” 2. Humanistic concept of self-effort, “works” – trying, striving, “I can do it.” 3. False security needs for defined parameters, limitations, borders 4. Work-ethic concept of strict reciprocity – “Get what you work for” 5. Punitive concept of getting what one deserves 6. Traditionalism of maintaining status quo 7. Simplism of dividing life into compartments with instant solutions; fundamentalism. Got a handle on it – all figured out. Instant solutions – don't have to think or trust. 8. Fear of freedom, of decision-making responsibility (Rom. 8:15) 9. Security need for something that is fixed and static, concrete and tangible. Inordinate need to be safe and right 10. Favorite of sadomasochistic personalities; perfectionists, Pharisees.

James Fowler

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Meats, Vegetables	Asian	Beef, Pasta, Posted	4	Servings

INGREDIENTS

1 1/4	lb	Ground beef
2	c	Water
16	oz	Frozen mixed vegetables
2	pk	Ramen noodles; (beef or Oriental
		; flavor), broken up
1	ts	Ground ginger
2	tb	Chopped scallions

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no
pink remains; drain off the excess liquid and remove the beef to a
medium-sized bowl. In the same skillet, combine the water, frozen
vegetables, ramen noodles (including the seasoning packets), and the
ginger. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer
for 3 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, stirring occasionally.
Return the beef to the skillet and add the scallions. Cook until warmed
through.
BUSTED BY MEG ANTCZAK 1/21/98
Recipe by: MR FOOD
Posted to brand-name-recipes by Beach Princess<barbra@pipeline.com> on Jan
22, 1998

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