The Reflection Of Living With Jesus Christ In The World

“What is a worldview? A worldview comprises one 's collection of presuppositions, convictions and values from which a person tries to understand and make sense out of the world and life. A worldview is a conceptual scheme by which we consciously or unconsciously place or fit everything we believe and by which we interpret and judge reality. A worldview is, first of all, an explanation and interpretation of the world and second, an application of this view to life.” (Dr. John MacArthur, May 2006).

The Christian Worldview is very widely known in today’s society. This religion has many strong beliefs about the creation of the world and what waits for believers in the afterlife. Psalms 111:10 gives a good idea of the foundation of the Christian worldview by saying. “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.” (New International Version). The Christian worldview has very specific beliefs and expectations in God, humanity, Jesus and Restoration.

Throughout this class we have discussed the different worldviews that an individual may have. This class has taught me that a worldview is how an individual understands the world and their place in it. “A worldview consist of what a person believes to be real and true, what a person values, how a person makes decisions, and what forms a person’s desires, longings, and goals” (Fuller, Lecture One). An individual’s worldview is the motivating force behind their every emotion, decision, and action. A worldview is what helps an individual make sense of life and this world. A worldview will provide answers for many different questions in life. A few of the questions that a worldview helps answer are questions of origin, human dilemma, hope, and destiny.

The first section of the note on 1 Corinthians 12:12-13 in the HarperCollins Study Bible leads the reader to contemplate the issue of unity in the body of Christ, the lack of which is arguably the origin of most, if not all of the issues facing the Corinthian church. The Christians in Corinth were challenged with several internal problems, many of which could have been solved by the members seeking unity in their diversity. Paul introduces the idea that the church should function as the body of Christ, valuing the abilities and roles that God chose for each member. The first part of the note states, “Like certain other ancient writers, Paul regards the human body as illustrating the point that unity and diversity are not incompatible, applying

This passage stood out for me because Paul is using a metaphor to indicates that he is proud to be apart of God’s large building plan, and he could not speak to them in deep spiritual truths because they were carnal. Paul recognized their carnal mindset due to their division in the church. (Bailey, 2011, p. 130) Paul was addressing ‘anyone who builds” on that foundation, and focuses on two lists of building materials. Gold, silver and precious stones will withstand fire while wood, hay and straw will not. Paul insists that all things will be tested. He knew he had laid the foundation by spreading the gospel in the world.

In the first close reading of the text, I discovered Paul articulated his desire for all believers to be of the same attitude or frame of mind as Christ. Creating a sense of relationship with God through the example of the servanthood of Jesus. This study revealed the traits of Christ’s life and character found in verses: “he was formed of God” (2:6), “emptied himself’ (2:7), “in human form” (2:8), “name above every name” (2:9), “every knee should bend” (2:10), and “every tongue confess … glory to God” (2:11). Looking at each verse, challenged me to read between the lines and wonder what might be happening within the church of Philippi. Textual Criticism

Paul, also in romans 12 sets before the church not only their relation to Christ who is Head but also the relations between brothers and sisters in Christ. It was vital for Paul to begin by entreating them to present their bodies a living

Every person on earth has a mental reality, which we call worldview. It is what a person finds in his/her world and it could be true or not. In other words’ it is putting together of all the things we believe whether they are or not. It could be through education, observation, experience or just because those we trust also believe. Every decision we make is based on the worldview we have developed.

For Paul’s audience the apostles, the prophets, the evangelist, the pastors and teachers governed the structure of the church. These individuals equipped the Saints for works of service and the edification of the church. His audience would have understood the metaphor that Paul was implementing throughout the passage. They understood that the body of Christ meant the church; and that infancy was equated to their spiritual status.

A worldview is the framework from which we view reality and make sense of life and the world. I base my worldview on the infallible Word of God. I believe the Bible to be entirely true, that it is the foundation of everything I say and do. I believe in a Christian worldview in which my primary reason for existence is to love and serve God. I stand firm on “The Apostles Creed” believing in God the Father, who is maker of the heaven and earth.  I recognize that “in Him all things hold together” (Col. 1:17), for all true knowledge flows from Him. In this paper, I will explain my belief in Jesus Christ and my Christian worldview.

Vivid images, from visions, to detailed explanations and accounts of places and events, to symbolic imagery used to explain parables, or teach and encourage the first century churches are driving forces within the Biblical text. Metaphorical language, by virtue of the fact that it preserves the literal meaning of the symbol, while intending an analogous secondary meaning, is able to communicate profound truths about reality, mainly by creating an alternative, symbolic way of seeing and understanding the world. (Liubinskas, Susann. 404) Throughout the New Testament of the Bible the most commonly used images are the body of Christ and vineyard imagery. These images work together to create a powerful example of the necessity for unity among individual

The theme of being made alive in Christ goes hand and hand with other themes that stand out throughout the book of Ephesians. Clinton Arnold, author of a book titled “Exegetical Commentary of The New Testament Commentary Ephesians” offers several themes to better understand Paul intention in writing this letter. The first theme that stands out is the threat of the spiritual powers must be viewed in light of the superior power of God and the power he passes on to his people. That same power gives Paul his apostolic authority to prepare the church in its commission to make the gospel known to the “rulers and authorities in heavenly laces” (Elwell, Yarbrough). Secondly the powerful cultural coercion of the Gentiles hostility towards Jesus can and should be defeated in the church on the foundation of Jesus work bringing both into one new group. Unity and love in a togetherness of peace reflects

In a post on Facebook, Abedini detailed his time in prison where he witnessed some strong Christians embracing Islam just to ease their pain. For Pastor Abedini, having their faith tested will determine how strong they are as Christians, the report relays.

Consider how Scripture uses the parts of the body as an analogy to the people in the

As with most other Pauline attributed documents, 1 Corinthians is believed to be a single document that addresses salient topics and rationalizes Paul’s view of faithfulness to Christ with Corinth citizens. The newly founded church of Corinth was in correspondence with Paul requesting his answers to questions they posed on topics ranging from marriage to the resurrection of the dead; the latter being one of the most highlighted in 1 Corinthians. Paul’s assurance of resurrection illustrates a concern for Corinth as he admonishes their disbelief in resurrection of the dead with a series of explanations as to why such doubt would render the faith of Christ “in vain”. Given the context of the time, Paul’s correspondence with Corinth clearly