Christian Philosophy Versus Christian Worldview

I agree with the article when it talks about the importance of a Christian worldview. I think this article get the point of a Christian worldview in a diverse way, which is often largely neglected. I have heard from many people how important it is to view everything through the lens of God and the Bible, but they say this in a way that sounds afraid. It is almost like if they try to look at the world through other’s perspectives or let theirs be changed then they will be ruined. I do not agree with that mentality. Christianity is diverse. There are some beliefs that cannot be changed, the nature of Jesus and equally God and equally man is an example. But it is very easy to think that every little thing we believe is set in stone when we are in some very controlled

In this assignment you will summarize and analyze the essential elements of the Christian worldview and reflect on implications for your own worldview.

In today’s society it is hard to be a teacher; especially, in a secular school. The students in this setting need Christian teachers more than anything. The children today need to have a teacher that has biblical values and understands just how important it is to live by these values. Before stepping foot into a classroom, a teacher really needs to understand that each child’s worldview will make a difference as to how the teacher leads her instruction and how the students processes the instruction that is given to them. We are there to encourage our students to take a good look at them self and really examine what they believe their worldview is. This being said, we really need to understand what a worldview is, why integrating our worldview into the classroom is so important, what it really means when someone talk about integrating, and how a teacher can begin to develop worldview integrative activities in a secular and Christian school environment.

A worldview is the way a person views and interprets the world around them. Life experiences and spiritual influences play a part in forming one’s worldview. A person’s worldview helps them to determine beliefs on creation, humanity, morals and what happens after death. According to Waddell, (2014) “Worldviews are also like lenses found in eyeglasses that serve as the means through which a person sees the world.” (para. 43) In this paper, the main components of the Christian worldview will be discussed, to include God, humanity, Jesus, restoration and analysis of Christian Faith as well as a reflection of my own beliefs.

There are a variety of differing worldviews in practice today. Every person has a worldview that is shaped by their experiences, pasts, families, traditions, values, and beliefs that form the core of who they are. The Christian worldview is no exception. This worldview is formed by the beliefs and teachings of the Bible. The worldview is shaped and centered around the view of who God is, the purpose of humanity, the true identity of Jesus, the restoration of humans to God, acknowledging the strengths and weakness of the worldview, and the practicality of living out the worldview.

There a lot of differing worldviews in practice today. Every person has a worldview that is shaped by their experiences, pasts, families, traditions, values, and beliefs that form the core of who they are. The Christian worldview is no exception. This worldview is formed by the beliefs and teachings of the Bible. The worldview is shaped and centered around the view of who God is, the purpose of humanity, the true identity of Jesus, the restoration of humans to God, acknowledging the strengths and weakness of the worldview, and the practicality of living out the worldview.

A world view is the way that someone views the world; his or her particular perspective that is based on her religious, cultural, ideological beliefs that are, in turn, formed form a combination of societal and experiential factors. Religion, for instance, shapes the way that one sees and, in turn, communicates with others; shapes decision of the kind of spouse one will marry; shapes the decisions of one's job; and the way that one decides to educate one's children amongst many other factors. II. Part Two: Articulate the biblical/Christian Worldview (what is believed) for each of the following 5 questions. Give 2 relevant scripture references for each of the five questions below to support why it is believed. (300 words) 1. The Question of Origin

| * Read Introduction and chapters 1, 2, 3, and 6 (pp. 13-42 and 64-74) in the textbook, Foundations of Christian Thought: Faith, Learning, and the Christian Worldview. * Lecture: What is a Worldview? How is a Christian Worldview Distinctive?

Every individual has their own personal worldview despite their race, religion, sex and age. One’s worldview is that particular person’s own perception and how that person shapes their beliefs concerning the world around them. The framework of one’s worldview is what personally defines that person’s reality. One’s worldview is important because one’s perceptions and principles dictate one’s actions. A biblical worldview are values, perspectives and principles that are biblically based. Values, principles and perspectives shape and mold how decisions are made in one’s life. Having a biblical worldview helps to govern one’s lifestyle to be a reflection of God. Those who have a biblical worldview have the belief that humans were put on earth to be the image of God, therefore we should shape our behaviors to be like Him. A biblical worldview can only be established by the investigation of information provided by the Bible to determine truth and principles that ultimately shapes one’s conduct. The purpose of education is to guide humans into their purpose in life. The Christian philosophy of education helps create a platform for biblical truth and principles to be investigated for the purpose of transmitting

A Christian worldview includes belief the Bible is the inspired word of God. The absolute truths, defined by the word

Whether clearly defined or not, everyone holds a worldview. Through life, travel, study, and contemplation, I have sought to clarify and substantiate my worldview. When comparing my beliefs to various other worldviews, mine stands up as logical and rational. Most importantly, my Christian worldview can be applied to contemporary problems and even explain many of the world’s issues. Though the Christian worldview is one of the most criticized, it provides substantive answers instead of more philosophical questions. After all, a worldview is only worthwhile if one can explain and defend their beliefs.

As Christian educators, we are called to promote and support learning in those areas. True teaching is a sharing of realities, likening the teaching process and weaving connections between their teachings and understandings themselves and the world around them. If we do not make connections for the students to the world around them, many times these precious gifts graced upon them will be overlooked or passed by because the young minds may not be able to recognize them. Some areas of observation might be seen as open doors to see or perceive and understand something of God and His motion as reflected through the created world and the Bible. Other areas might be seen as open doors to respond, apply, express and practice in ways that are consistent with biblical values. When these areas are discovered and embraced, many times they can address the major developmental needs in the spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional realms of the student’s life. Identifying these areas is helping the students begin their walk with the Lord and their own calling.

Through reading Christian Religious Education I discovered many things, some of them are simple easy things while others have a bigger impact. First of all, I recommend not trying to read this book all in one sitting, it is too deep and intense to read that way. However, if you read the book based out, as recommended by Leslie Long then the book was fine. Yet, whichever way you read the book the same general message will get across. That message is one that education is important, in Christianity and all religions. This book talks all about the importance of Christian religious education and how to actually apply it to the ministry that you are working in. One of the most important things that it says about teaching is, “Our students are subjects, not objects.” This is important because most of the time people teach to groups of people as if they are one not as if they are all unique individuals. If you continue to teach as if they are objects then you would not get through to the majority of the students that you are trying to teach. Additionally, this book mentions several different developmental stages with a heavy focus on Fowler and Piaget. Fowler focuses on faith development while Piaget focuses on educational mentality. With these two focuses together if helps to bring Christian religious faith to a complete circle.

The main focus of this work is to shift the modern Christian mindset concerning what education is and how one teaches and learns. The author believes that education should be primarily concerned with shaping one’s view of the “good life” which means a change from a focus upon one’s intellect being bombarded with ideas and doctrines to be learned and believed to a transformation of one’s imagination (Smith, 2009, p. 18). The author seeks to accomplish this task by showing modern secular examples of what this world values and how it educates and indoctrinates individuals into its “religion” and then discusses how the church and Christian educational institutions might adopt, or rediscover, this “liturgical” method of forming individuals and communities.

What someone believes is an extremely important part of their life. It shapes how that person thinks, acts, what is said. In short, it influences everything in that person’s life. Jesus Christ is what influences all of my life; He is the foundation on which I place everything else. He is according to John 14:6 (NIV, 1984.), “the way and the truth and the life”. Life is important because it is the way in which we interact with God’s world and His people. The teachings of Dewey, Hirsch, and Aquinas are few philosophical ideas I would incorporate in the classroom by helping students learn through experience, teaching morals as well as academics, and valuing both Christian and secular material.