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Worldview Paper
Lance Damron
Liberty University
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Worldview Paper
Lance Damron
RGLN 104
February 1, 2020
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Worldview Paper
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In the most simplest of terms a worldview is how someone views the world. That scope
has been shaped by their life, experiences, and beliefs. “A worldview has also been described as
the glasses through which a person sees life” ( Hindson , 2016, pg. 1). Every single person has a
worldview, whether they realize it or not. Our views are as individual as each one of us and
studying others views can help us gain more insight and help us better define exactly what our
unique worldview is.
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A Biblical worldview is view that the world is viewed through the lens of Scripture
(Hindson, 2016, p.7). This means that without a doubt we view the Bible for what it is, God’s
words on understanding our purpose here and what is to come. It is important to note that unit
God spoke there was nothing, the earth was without form and empty (Genesis 1:2), so by ac-
knowledging that God is our Almighty Creator, we can express our views as a true Biblical
worldview.
The origin of the universe is clearly explained in the book of Genesis; we learn the story
of creation, the fall, and the redemption. Humanity only came into existence because God spoke
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man into existence. For six days God worked on creating the heavens and the earth, the stars, the
plants, and “Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his
nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being” (Genesis 2:7, NIV). We also learn
in Genesis that God created woman so man did not have to be alone, because of all the things He
spoke into existence non for a suitable helper for man. Another beautiful verse about creation can
be found in John, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word
was God” (1:1, NIV).
Something that is so beautiful about being human is that we are a direct reflection of God
Himself. “So God created mankind in his own image” (Genesis 1:27, NIV). We are reminded
throughout the Bible we have been created in His image. We find a wonderful supporting verse
in 1 Corinthians, “And just as we have borne the image of the earthly man, so shall we bear the
image of the heavenly man” (15:49, NIV). God also clearly states that man was to rule over the
fish in the seas and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all
the creatures that move along the ground (Genesis 1:26). It is very clear that God created man
with purpose.
With this purpose we are lead into another important question the Bible answer’s and that
is about the purpose of man. God created each man for a distinct purpose. He tells us this in
Jeremiah, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and
not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (29:11, NIV). God also informs us that He
created us to ultimately share Him with the rest of the world. We learn in Matthew that we are to
go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and
of the Holy Spirit (28:19, NIV).
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With purpose clearly being defined we are then able to be guided by the Bible and edu-
cated on what is right and wrong. We learn that no matter how badly we fall that God continues
to love us and that nothing can separate us from His love. “And we know that in all things God
works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose” (Ro-
mans 8:28, NIV). We are constantly reminded to do what is right. As in 1 Peter, “Do not repay
evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you
were called so that you may inherit a blessing” (3:9, NIV).
The last question we can answer with having a Biblical world view is that of our destiny.
We learn in Jeremiah that we have each been created and set apart, “Before I formed you in the
womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the na-
tions” (1:5, NIV). Finally we are told not to conform to the patterns of this world, but rather be
transformed by the renewing of our minds; that then we will be able to test and approve what
God’s will is- pleasing and perfect (Romans 12:2, NIV).
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“If a person adheres to a religious worldview, their religious texts, creeds, and the moral
basis of their faith should have an influence on the way they behave when they are alone as well
as in public” (Weider & Gutierrez, 2014, pg. 127). A Biblical worldview should be able to be
seen in all aspects of ones life, but more importantly in how think about, treat, and speak to oth-
ers on a daily basis. “For this is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one
another” (1 John 3:11). We should treat others the way God treats us and that is with an unwaver-
ing love no matter how undeserving we might be. It is also important to remember that since
each person is made in God’s image that no one is better than the other; we are all equal. Having
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a Biblical worldview should inspire you to strive to be more Christ-like and treat everyone you
meat with compassion, grace, love, and mercy.
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Reference
Hindson, E. (2016). Everyday Biblical Worldview Understanding the Christian Faith. Nashville,
TN: B&H Academic.
Weider, L., & Gutierrez, B. (2014). Finding Your Worldview Thinking Christian about the World.
Nashville, TN: B&H Academic.
