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Apol 104 Worldview Assignment
Worldview Assignment

William Curtis
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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.

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