Shaping A Christian Worldview Book Review
Shaping a Christian Worldview represents an anthology of commentary that focuses on the primary issues that Christian institutions are experiencing. Each essay is written by a respected author in the field of higher education, and undertakes a critical study of contemporary matters in question concerning these schools of different traditions. In particular, attention is given to postmodern thought and it’s impact on education.
The second half of the book delves into such topics as music, art, social welfare, and campus ministry. Each section tells about the history of the topic as it applies to the church and how we have progressed to a modern view. Of interest, at the end of each chapter the book gives practical advice and steps on how …show more content…
to reintegrate our religion back into these now secular fields.
Art and music are similar in many ways, so I will treat them together for this paper. Important topics such as whether a Christian should totally avoid modern forms of art is introduced, or rather should we take Christianity to the art form, like was done in the past. The authors argue that if we are to make an impact in these fields, then we need to engage them both as participants and artists. In fact, to segregate ourselves from the rest of society actually has the opposite affect on the world. We are seen as illegitimate artists, or worse simply a subculture. Next, the area of social sciences is addressed.
The book acknowledges that this discipline is overwhelmingly secular. Because of this, science tries to leave out God as creator and the ultimate answer to difficult questions. Accordingly, the author does not suggest that all scientific thought and testing be discarded, rather science confirms what we know about God.
How the media influences Christians and society in general is the next chapter in the book. A framework is given in regards to how a Christian deals with inner-cultural conflict. The author says that gives several different ways that we deal with media, which include the following; avoid, accommodate, compromise, compete, or collaborate. Whatever method is appropriate at the time, the ultimate goal is to come to a positive understanding with conflicting party.
Health care was the next topic discussed in the book which explains how new methods for seeking knowledge has evolved over time. Because of this, doctors went from being priests and clergy, to being largely secular. Also, the positive benefits of faith and believe are discussed in regards to the healing process. As church sponsored hospitals become less and less, the big business aspect of profitability is now the central focus of health care
providers.
Finally, the impact of campus ministries is considered. Questions such as how much does a Christian institution influence worldviews and how does ministry fit into the college campus. Christian ministries have a huge impact on college education and ways to make it more effective in evangelism are debated. The book also makes the argument that campus ministries are more important now then they have been in the past generations because “why” questions are being asked and sought out by the students.
The second half of the book delves into such topics as music, art, social welfare, and campus ministry. Each section tells about the history of the topic as it applies to the church and how we have progressed to a modern view. Of interest, at the end of each chapter the book gives practical advice and steps on how …show more content…
to reintegrate our religion back into these now secular fields.
Art and music are similar in many ways, so I will treat them together for this paper. Important topics such as whether a Christian should totally avoid modern forms of art is introduced, or rather should we take Christianity to the art form, like was done in the past. The authors argue that if we are to make an impact in these fields, then we need to engage them both as participants and artists. In fact, to segregate ourselves from the rest of society actually has the opposite affect on the world. We are seen as illegitimate artists, or worse simply a subculture. Next, the area of social sciences is addressed.
The book acknowledges that this discipline is overwhelmingly secular. Because of this, science tries to leave out God as creator and the ultimate answer to difficult questions. Accordingly, the author does not suggest that all scientific thought and testing be discarded, rather science confirms what we know about God.
How the media influences Christians and society in general is the next chapter in the book. A framework is given in regards to how a Christian deals with inner-cultural conflict. The author says that gives several different ways that we deal with media, which include the following; avoid, accommodate, compromise, compete, or collaborate. Whatever method is appropriate at the time, the ultimate goal is to come to a positive understanding with conflicting party.
Health care was the next topic discussed in the book which explains how new methods for seeking knowledge has evolved over time. Because of this, doctors went from being priests and clergy, to being largely secular. Also, the positive benefits of faith and believe are discussed in regards to the healing process. As church sponsored hospitals become less and less, the big business aspect of profitability is now the central focus of health care
providers.
Finally, the impact of campus ministries is considered. Questions such as how much does a Christian institution influence worldviews and how does ministry fit into the college campus. Christian ministries have a huge impact on college education and ways to make it more effective in evangelism are debated. The book also makes the argument that campus ministries are more important now then they have been in the past generations because “why” questions are being asked and sought out by the students.