Worldview Paper: The Christian Theism View
Worldview Paper
Towanda Sharpe
Belhaven University
Dr. John Song
December 1, 2014
Abstract
As we attempt to understand the mysteries of the world, we realize that everyone has a worldview – either consciously or subconsciously. It forms the basis on how we view the world and interpret reality. Our worldview can be influenced by our education, our upbringing, what we read, or even what is going on around us. In this paper, I will state the Christian Theism view, compare and contrast it to other competing worldviews, and also share my view on each of the eight basic worldview issues.
Introduction
As humans, we all have a worldview and it the basis of how we interpret reality. A worldview, as defined by James Sire, “is a commitment, …show more content…
“Ethics is transcendent and is based on the character of God as good (holy and loving)” (Sire, p.42). God is the author of ethics and provides measures of good. He gives us a conscious to discern what is right from wrong; this however, contradicts the post modernism who believe in ethical relativism. Francis S. Collins, a postmodernist, “argues that there are no absolute rights or wrongs and all ethical decisions are relative”. (Holder, 2011) Naturism says that since there is no lawgiver, we do not have standards for determining good from bad. They believe that moral values come from human experience. However, I believe that God has set the standard and through his Word, has told us what is right and wrong. Because he gives us a conscious it is ultimately up to us to make the decision to do things that will be pleasing in God’s eye. Since we are created in God’s image and want to please him, then we want to do things that line up with the character of him an reflect something of his …show more content…
Con
“The Christian worldview is the most consistent worldview because we are living in the theater of God’s creation. “ Conel Van Til
References
Hemmer, R. (2012). After all, what is a man in nature?: technology, nihilism, and the meaning of man. Stone-Campbell Journal, 15(2), 205-216.
Holder, J. D. (2011). The role of theology in a post-modern world. Journal Of The Interdenominational Theological Center, 37(1,2), 69-94.
Pearcey, N. (2005). Total Truth: Liberating Christinity from Its Cultural Captivity. (Study Guide Edition) Crossway Books.
Sire, J. (2009). The Universe Nest Door: A Basic Worldview Catalog. (5th Edition) IVP.
Wyatt, P. (2012). Post-Theism and the "problem" of God. Touchstone, 30(1), 15-24.
To know God and live in peace with him, despite the absurdity of the world around us.
"The meaning of life, that which makes life happy, is to find one 's particular purpose, to will that one thing which constitutes purity of heart, and to become a person capable of carrying out that idea" (Kierkegaard, 2000, p.
Towanda Sharpe
Belhaven University
Dr. John Song
December 1, 2014
Abstract
As we attempt to understand the mysteries of the world, we realize that everyone has a worldview – either consciously or subconsciously. It forms the basis on how we view the world and interpret reality. Our worldview can be influenced by our education, our upbringing, what we read, or even what is going on around us. In this paper, I will state the Christian Theism view, compare and contrast it to other competing worldviews, and also share my view on each of the eight basic worldview issues.
Introduction
As humans, we all have a worldview and it the basis of how we interpret reality. A worldview, as defined by James Sire, “is a commitment, …show more content…
“Ethics is transcendent and is based on the character of God as good (holy and loving)” (Sire, p.42). God is the author of ethics and provides measures of good. He gives us a conscious to discern what is right from wrong; this however, contradicts the post modernism who believe in ethical relativism. Francis S. Collins, a postmodernist, “argues that there are no absolute rights or wrongs and all ethical decisions are relative”. (Holder, 2011) Naturism says that since there is no lawgiver, we do not have standards for determining good from bad. They believe that moral values come from human experience. However, I believe that God has set the standard and through his Word, has told us what is right and wrong. Because he gives us a conscious it is ultimately up to us to make the decision to do things that will be pleasing in God’s eye. Since we are created in God’s image and want to please him, then we want to do things that line up with the character of him an reflect something of his …show more content…
Con
“The Christian worldview is the most consistent worldview because we are living in the theater of God’s creation. “ Conel Van Til
References
Hemmer, R. (2012). After all, what is a man in nature?: technology, nihilism, and the meaning of man. Stone-Campbell Journal, 15(2), 205-216.
Holder, J. D. (2011). The role of theology in a post-modern world. Journal Of The Interdenominational Theological Center, 37(1,2), 69-94.
Pearcey, N. (2005). Total Truth: Liberating Christinity from Its Cultural Captivity. (Study Guide Edition) Crossway Books.
Sire, J. (2009). The Universe Nest Door: A Basic Worldview Catalog. (5th Edition) IVP.
Wyatt, P. (2012). Post-Theism and the "problem" of God. Touchstone, 30(1), 15-24.
To know God and live in peace with him, despite the absurdity of the world around us.
"The meaning of life, that which makes life happy, is to find one 's particular purpose, to will that one thing which constitutes purity of heart, and to become a person capable of carrying out that idea" (Kierkegaard, 2000, p.