Christian Worldview Summary

Part I: A world view is a self defining principle which describes how one observes, interprets, addresses and responds to the environment, community and ideas encountered. Philippians 2:5 teaches us that in our relationship with one another, we should always “have the same mindset as Christ Jesus” (NIV). This guides us in our development of a Christian worldview.
Part II:

1. The Question of Origin – The Christian worldview finds that God created the earth, the heavens and everything. This is explained in detail in Genesis 1 while Psalms 8:3-9 discusses the origin of everything in existence in praise of God’s glory 2. The Question of Identity - The Christian world view teaches that God created man. This is supported in Genesis 1:27 which teaches that God created man in his
The Question of Meaning/Purpose – Meaning and purpose are defined and provided by the sacrifice of Christ on the cross and his rise from the tomb 3 days later. John 17:3 provides a simple explanation of meaning of our lives which is simply to know God. Our purpose in this life is set out in Matthew 28:19-20 when Jesus provides our great commission and purpose. 4. The Question of Morality – The Christian worldview accounts for man’s shortcomings and need for morality and forgiveness in Romans 3:23. Our morality is reduced to a very basic principle in John 13:34 when Jesus teaches that we should love one another. This concept of morality is very simple but it offers a concise answer to the question of morality from a Christian worldview. 5. The Question of Destiny – John 14:6 provides the solution and the goal of destiny for the Christian when Jesus teaches that no one can go to the Father except through him. This is in keeping with the Christian worldview of achieving the ultimate goal of presence with God through His grace and mercy and the sacrifice of His Son. The classic John 3:16 tells us how and why we are offered a destiny of grace and