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Which philosophical worldview believes that nothing in the world has a real existence?
Which philosophical worldview believes that nothing in the world has a real existence?
Postmodernism emphasizes the importance of rationality and universal truth.
Postmodernism emphasizes the importance of rationality and universal truth.
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What worldview suggests that individuals are responsible for creating their own purpose or meaning in life?
What worldview suggests that individuals are responsible for creating their own purpose or meaning in life?
Existentialism
The philosophical belief that reality and the universe are identical to divinity is known as ______.
The philosophical belief that reality and the universe are identical to divinity is known as ______.
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Which of the following is a religious worldview alternative?
Which of the following is a religious worldview alternative?
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Agonistic viewpoint holds that knowledge is achievable and certain.
Agonistic viewpoint holds that knowledge is achievable and certain.
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What is a primary conflict arising from differing worldviews in society?
What is a primary conflict arising from differing worldviews in society?
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Match the following worldviews with their definitions:
Match the following worldviews with their definitions:
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What often leads to conflict between different worldviews?
What often leads to conflict between different worldviews?
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Culture shock can result from rapid immersion into a lifestyle shaped by a different worldview.
Culture shock can result from rapid immersion into a lifestyle shaped by a different worldview.
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What must shape and test a Christian worldview?
What must shape and test a Christian worldview?
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The dominant worldview in a society often seeks to eliminate _________ and dissenting views.
The dominant worldview in a society often seeks to eliminate _________ and dissenting views.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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How do worldviews generally influence decisions?
How do worldviews generally influence decisions?
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What do Christians believe shapes our understanding of the nature of all things?
What do Christians believe shapes our understanding of the nature of all things?
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A Christian worldview rejects the influence of public opinion and political agendas.
A Christian worldview rejects the influence of public opinion and political agendas.
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According to Genesis 1:26, humans were created in whose image?
According to Genesis 1:26, humans were created in whose image?
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Life is depicted as cheap in the provided content.
Life is depicted as cheap in the provided content.
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What does Psalm 8:5 say about the status of humans in relation to God?
What does Psalm 8:5 say about the status of humans in relation to God?
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In Genesis 1:27, it is stated that God created man in His own _______.
In Genesis 1:27, it is stated that God created man in His own _______.
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Which of the following is NOT a method through which God communicates with humans?
Which of the following is NOT a method through which God communicates with humans?
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General revelation occurs through the knowledge found in nature.
General revelation occurs through the knowledge found in nature.
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Match the following scriptures with their contents:
Match the following scriptures with their contents:
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Human beings can know the world and God because they have the God-given capacity for ______.
Human beings can know the world and God because they have the God-given capacity for ______.
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Which of the following statements about myth and idolatry is true?
Which of the following statements about myth and idolatry is true?
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God is described as both transcendent and immanent.
God is described as both transcendent and immanent.
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What does the term 'ex nihilo' mean in relation to God's creation of the cosmos?
What does the term 'ex nihilo' mean in relation to God's creation of the cosmos?
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Human beings are created in the ___ and ___ of God.
Human beings are created in the ___ and ___ of God.
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Match the following aspects of the philosophical Christian worldview with their descriptions:
Match the following aspects of the philosophical Christian worldview with their descriptions:
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What does it mean that the universe is considered to be 'open'?
What does it mean that the universe is considered to be 'open'?
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Idolatry is completely void of any spiritual force in society.
Idolatry is completely void of any spiritual force in society.
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God is described as omniscient, omnipotent, and ___ in His nature.
God is described as omniscient, omnipotent, and ___ in His nature.
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What is the source of special revelation according to the content?
What is the source of special revelation according to the content?
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The character of God is considered as the standard of human morality.
The character of God is considered as the standard of human morality.
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According to 1 Peter 2:21-22, who is described as the perfect embodiment of the moral life?
According to 1 Peter 2:21-22, who is described as the perfect embodiment of the moral life?
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God is the foundation and fountain of all ______.
God is the foundation and fountain of all ______.
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Which of the following concepts is NOT mentioned as part of moral philosophy?
Which of the following concepts is NOT mentioned as part of moral philosophy?
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Match the following biblical concepts with their associated references:
Match the following biblical concepts with their associated references:
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What role do the arts play in Christianity according to the content?
What role do the arts play in Christianity according to the content?
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Through ______, our human capacities are restored including creativity.
Through ______, our human capacities are restored including creativity.
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Which of the following is NOT an option regarding the afterlife?
Which of the following is NOT an option regarding the afterlife?
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Heaven is described as being eternally separated from God.
Heaven is described as being eternally separated from God.
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According to the Biblical Christian worldview, what is the purpose of creation?
According to the Biblical Christian worldview, what is the purpose of creation?
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The rebellion of human beings against God is described in ________ (Book and Chapter).
The rebellion of human beings against God is described in ________ (Book and Chapter).
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Match the following consequences of human rebellion with their types:
Match the following consequences of human rebellion with their types:
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Which statement correctly describes the 'Fall' in Genesis 3?
Which statement correctly describes the 'Fall' in Genesis 3?
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Humans were created in the image of God as male and female.
Humans were created in the image of God as male and female.
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St. Augustine stated that our spirits are restless until they rest in ________.
St. Augustine stated that our spirits are restless until they rest in ________.
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course Name: Christian Worldview
- Course Code: CWV1106
- Course Lecturer: Attlee Charles M'buka BA, PDT, MTh, PhD (Candidate)
Lesson Objectives
- Students will understand the meaning of 'worldview'
- Students will understand the meaning of 'Christian worldview'
- Students will learn about worldview formation
What is a Worldview?
- A "view of the universe and theory of the cosmos" – G.K. Chesterton
- "The whole manner of conceiving of the world and humanity's place in it..." – James Orr
- Rooted in a fundamental principle and derived ideas about reality – Abraham Kuyper
- A comprehensive framework of one's basic beliefs about things – Albert Wolters
- A view of the world and the resulting way of life within it – David Naugle
- A perspective on life, a system of thought answering existential questions – Francis Schaeffer
What is a Christian Worldview?
- A vision of God, the universe, our world, and ourselves rooted in the human heart and source of worship – David Naugle
- How we view and interact with our environment in relation to how God wants us to live – Attlee C. M'buka
Illustrating Worldview
- Like lenses, glasses, sunglasses – colouring everything we see but often unseen
- Like a pair of sunglasses, shades – colour everything we see
- Like contact lenses – affecting everything we see, but unnoticed
Worldview Function
- Provides a guiding map and compass for personal and cultural navigation.
- Filters and frameworks events/experiences, sorting, accepting and rejecting.
- Explains and imparts meaning to life regarding God, universe, world, and ourselves.
Worldview Narrative
- Every worldview contains an irreducible narrative. It's essence and matrix
- WV's are constructed of stories - central/foundational myth and sub-stories
- Consists of a setting, characters, conflict, and resolution (Where are we? Who are we? What's gone wrong? What's the remedy?)
Worldview Big Questions
- Answers deep questions (philosophical, theological, religious, social, and cultural) about God, universe, world, and human existence.
Big Worldview Questions
- Theological (existence, nature, and works of God; who is God, and what is he like?)
- Metaphysical (what is real, ultimately real; nature of evil?)
- Epistemological (possibility, nature, justification of knowledge; what is truth?)
- Cosmological (origin, nature, and destiny of the universe; why here and not nothing?)
- Anthropological (origin, nature, and destiny of human beings; who am I, why am I here, where am I going?)
- Ethical (objective moral order; how should we live?)
- Aesthetic (beauty in the cosmos and human expression)
- Historical (meaning and purpose of human history)
- Soteriological (redemption, change, and hope)
Content and Character of the Concept of Worldview
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Symbols:
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Various forms of expression in the narrative of a worldview (events, rites, people, places, things)
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Cultural, political, religious, or personal
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Flags, coats of arms, songs/anthems, religious places, statues, and other forms.
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Memory:
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Re collection of the basic story and response throughout time to the worldview questions it answers.
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Essential for vibrant stories
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Enables community reinterpreting for changes
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Ethos:
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Character of a culture rooted in worldview narrative, questions, and answers
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Spirit of the times; collective identity, personality, values of an historical period
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Vision:
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A worldview's perception or way of seeing the world
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How things ought to be and what can be done for the future.
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Provides direction for the future
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Practice:
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The culmination of the worldview elements in daily life
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Embraces the energy, talents, and gifts of people within the worldview
Worldview Alternatives/Tests
Religious Worldview Alternatives
- Theism, Judaism, Christian Theism, Islamism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Pantheism/Hinduism
Conflict of Worldviews
- Different worldviews lead to conflicts in society.
- Different understandings of right and wrong, truth and error
- Conflicts arise when one worldview is dominant and pressures others to align or conform to it
What is a Christian Worldview?
- Requires obedience to and subjection to the authority of Scripture.
- Shapes perspectives about life and the world based on God's Authority
- A worldview that integrates religion with every aspect of life
Religion in a Christian Worldview
- Any worldview, religious or not, is ultimately about understanding the nature of things and their relationships.
- In Christianity, this is centered on our relationship with God with all things being creatures of God.
- Shapes theology, philosophy, politics, and all areas of life and thought
- Myth and idol related phenomena are also discussed
Philosophical Christian Worldview
- God the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)
- God's infinite and personal attributes (omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent, omnibenevolent)
- God's justice, holiness, love, and mercy
- God-created universe and cosmos
- Human beings as God's image and likeness
Biblical Worldview
- History is linear and purposeful (creation, fall, redemption, consummation) with God as guiding principle
- God's redemption of people through Jesus Christ
- Humanity is responsible for choices and actions
- God's kingdom already exists and will be consummated
Sin and Redemption
- Origin of sin
- Impact of sin on humanity
- Christ's role in redemption
- Results of redemption
Death and Afterlife
- Options for eternity include (e.g., Heaven, Hell, reincarnation)
- Eternity with or without God
Philosophical Implications
- Metaphysical:
- Defines reality and being
- Epistemological:
- Deals with knowledge and truth from a worldview perspective
- Ethical and aesthetic implications: -Defines the good and beautiful from worldview viewpoint
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Test your understanding of the Christian worldview and its foundational concepts. This quiz covers definitions, formation of worldviews, and the implications of a Christian perspective on life. Challenge yourself and deepen your grasp of this important course material.
