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Biblical Worldview Paper
Tammy Melton
Liberty University
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Introduction
Many ask the question is there really a God? How can we worship someone that we can-
not physically see? Does heaven or hell exist? How did this man we call God create the earth in
six days? This are questions that has been asked for many years and still asked today. As Chris-
tians it’s important for us to share the gospel of Jesus to the nonbelievers. It’s important that we
as Christians lead souls to Christ. Jesus Christ has taught us many lessons in life and it is impor-
tant for us, as Christians, to apply those particular lessons into our everyday experiences. It is
very important that we value our students but still lead in the mind of Christ so that we are in-
stilling the values of Christ with students as well.
Biblical Worldview
Everyone has their own beliefs and principles that they accept, embrace, and follow in
life. This shapes how individuals view the world and how they react with others and their sur-
roundings. We all are create in God’s image. When we understand this idea, we have a responsi-
bility to not only educate but protect all of God’s children. When we as individuals have a world-
view, that there is a certain foundation in which an individual lives their life and how they act
and go about their life. “You are the people of God, he loved you and chose you for his own. So
then, you must clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Be tolerant with one another and forgive one another whenever any of you has a complaint
against someone else. You must forgive one another just as the Lord has forgiven you. And to all
these qualities add love, which binds all things together in perfect unity” (Colossians 3:12-14).
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving
thanks to God the Father through him.” (Colossians 3:17). As Christians, we are to follow the
word of God, but we also are to protect, and educate all of God’s children. God created an image
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for all of us to live by. As Christians we must develop ways to reshape the notions of Christianity
that is unfavorable. This will allow us to feature our love for Christ within the classroom setting
as well as the world.“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the re-
newing of you mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good,
pleasing, and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2). Christians stand on the foundation of a biblical
worldview. A biblical worldview is an overall idea of the world and humankind’s part in it,
grounded on God’s authority, which He reveals to each person through the Bible.
Christian Philosophy of Education
It is important for us to know what philosophy of Christian education is. Christian philos-
ophy in education the Bible explores the idea of moral and spiritual guidance of its believers and
how it relates to teaching and guiding children. Education is an ongoing process that one learns
and works towards a desired goal, whether it is using traditional methods that are inside of a
school or experiences that are outside of school (Knight, 2006).This philosophy addresses moral-
ity and the spiritual fruits that define the ultimate reason for one’s life. Education philosophies as
the task of individual Christian educators their ability to seek to build a personal philosophy that
will not only guide their educational practice, but will provide a basis for decision making in ev-
ery aspect of their lives (Knight, 2006). Christian philosophy of education, there are numerous
lessons that can be taught that are consistent with the existing curriculum that is taught in schools
today. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training
in righteousness,” (2 Timothy 3:16). There are many concerns that can arise to education. Some
concerns in education are the general religious aspect, community values, the students morals
and the behavior of students.There are many subject lesson that Jesus taught and the Bible pos-
sess. Some of these subjects include English, reading, history, science, and even mathematics. By
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teaching morals and values in the classroom, students will not only acknowledge the importance
of living by ethical principles, but it also shapes who they are and how they are shaped as an ex-
ample of Christ. The word of God invites us all to engage his teachings in the lives of our chil-
dren as a means of growth and development. His word certainly is important in the education and
development of our students and their curriculum.“In everything set them an example by doing
what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot
be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to
say about us.” (Titus 2:7-8).
Implication for educational Practice
We have many implications for educational practice that are still present in our society to-
day. One of the implications for educational practice is the teaching methods. As educators, we
want to see all of our students succeed inside and outside of the classroom. As educators we
should be able to have the same opportunities to express our love for Christ as others. As educa-
tors we should be able to instill Christ values into our students that will guide them into their fu-
tures and we should be able to provide awareness of Christ all while still maintaining an excel-
lent level of quality education in such an honorable profession. Christian educators we develop a
philosophy of education based on the truth of the Scriptures and complete understanding of
God’s desire that man enter a relationship with him in all that we do. (Bartlett, 2007). God cre-
ated every individual in their own special way and has a plan for each one of them. He wants ev-
eryone to be welcomed with open arms and feel like they are comfortable and safe in any setting.
As an educator, I believe that communication is one of the number one factors in creating a rela-
tionship with our students especially with the addition of students with exceptionalities. One of
the implications of educational is special education, not being able to appropriately accommo-
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date students. There are schools that do not have access to appropriate services, qualified teach-
ers, or any kind of funding for students who have disabilities. It is even more important to have a
philosophy in education that promotes advocacy, growth, and this can ultimately be done through
our love and provision of Christ. “Christ gives us a level of spiritual direction through his word
in which we should spread among our students in a way that is both beneficial and conducive in
their level of education” (Ackerman, 2012). In public schools today, there are strict guidelines in
which students as well as teachers are not to address any kind of religious affiliations in the
classroom. “liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into freedom and glory of the chil
dren of God” (Romans 8:21).
Conclusion
Many ask the question is there really a God? How can we worship someone that we can-
not physically see? Does heaven or hell exist? How did this man we call God create the earth in
six days? It’s important that we as Christians lead souls to Christ. Jesus Christ has taught us
many lessons in life and it is important for us, as Christians, to apply those particular lessons into
our everyday experiences. It is important to have a biblical worldview when a teacher is practic-
ing a Christian philosophy of education. “Start children off on the way they should go, and even
when they are old they will not turn from it” (Proverbs 22:6). There are many implications in
having this particular worldview as well. There are many lessons that God has taught that are
fundamental and are still used in schools today.
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References
Ackerman, B. (2012).
G.U.I.D.E. to differentiated instruction for Christians educa-
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Lynchburg, VA: Liberty University Press.
Bartlett, John C. (2007). A Christian Philosophy of Education of a Public-School Educator.
Christian Perspectives in Education, 1(1) Retrieved from: http://digitalcommon-
s.liberty.edu/cpe/vol1/iss1/7
