Apol 104 Worldview Assignment
Worldview Assignment
William Curtis
L25987340
Apologetics 104
July 10, 2013
What is a worldview?
Dr. Caner & Hinson state, a worldview can be described as “the frameworks or
beliefs which a person view the world around around him”. (Caner & Hindson 2008, p
A world view can also be a persons philosophy of life. It is like a filter or lens from
which we see the world around us and what it represents. “Do to others as you would
have them do to you” often referred to as the golden rule is an example of a biblical
worldview that has also accepted by twelve other religions as well many secularists.
The Biblical/Christian worldview
The Question of Origin-
Christians believe that everything that exists is the result of God. God is our
Creator. Genesis 1:1 supports this belief. David also declares that God is his creator in
Psalms 139:13. Most Christian churches also believe in the trinity or that God is triune
and all three Persons of the Godhead were involved in creating the universe and
mankind.
The Question of Identity-
Christians believe that Man and Woman were created “in the image of God”
Genesis 1:17. Mankind is to rule over the animals and be their caretakers according to
Genesis 2:15. With this worldview in mind we are responsible for taking care of God’s
creation and being good stewards of His provision of natural resources.
The Question of Meaning/Purpose-
The purpose of the Christian walk is knowing God and having a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ. Luke 10:27 instructs us as believers on how we are to
love the Lord as well as others. The purpose of mankind and salvation are explained in
John 17:3. It is made evident throughout the New Testament that Jesus desires to be in
fellowship with us as we walk with him on this side of eternity.
The Question of Morality/Ethics-
Christians’ morals and ethics
William Curtis
L25987340
Apologetics 104
July 10, 2013
What is a worldview?
Dr. Caner & Hinson state, a worldview can be described as “the frameworks or
beliefs which a person view the world around around him”. (Caner & Hindson 2008, p
A world view can also be a persons philosophy of life. It is like a filter or lens from
which we see the world around us and what it represents. “Do to others as you would
have them do to you” often referred to as the golden rule is an example of a biblical
worldview that has also accepted by twelve other religions as well many secularists.
The Biblical/Christian worldview
The Question of Origin-
Christians believe that everything that exists is the result of God. God is our
Creator. Genesis 1:1 supports this belief. David also declares that God is his creator in
Psalms 139:13. Most Christian churches also believe in the trinity or that God is triune
and all three Persons of the Godhead were involved in creating the universe and
mankind.
The Question of Identity-
Christians believe that Man and Woman were created “in the image of God”
Genesis 1:17. Mankind is to rule over the animals and be their caretakers according to
Genesis 2:15. With this worldview in mind we are responsible for taking care of God’s
creation and being good stewards of His provision of natural resources.
The Question of Meaning/Purpose-
The purpose of the Christian walk is knowing God and having a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ. Luke 10:27 instructs us as believers on how we are to
love the Lord as well as others. The purpose of mankind and salvation are explained in
John 17:3. It is made evident throughout the New Testament that Jesus desires to be in
fellowship with us as we walk with him on this side of eternity.
The Question of Morality/Ethics-
Christians’ morals and ethics
References: Hindson, E., Caner, E., (2008). The Popular Encyclopedia Of Apologetics. Eugene, Oregon: Harvest House Publishers.