What Is A Biblical Worldview?

Are you one of those fortunate individuals that took a foreign language in highschool? Back in the day, at least two years of a foreign language was required to enter college. That requirement has long since gone by the wayside. I’m glad I had my three years of highschool Spanish, even though I wasn’t an engaged student. However, my little bit of Spanish did come into play during a Work and Witness trip to Belize Central America. When it was time to get the keys for our rooms, I seemed to be the only person who had enough Spanish to speak to the clerk who spoke no English. I was able to get everyone’s keys, because I at least knew my numbers.

However, did you know we most likely grew up not learning a foreign language that has hindered us from speaking it fluently and the ability to immerse ourselves in that culture? Of what language am I speaking? I’m speaking of the Christian Biblical Worldview. Many of us say that is our frame of reference. However, recently I have been challenged to dig deeper into what IS the Christian Biblical Worldview.

The following is an abbreviated explanation of my research on a Christian Biblical Worldview:

Every person has a “worldview“—a lens through which they interpret life, reality, and their purpose. It’s shaped by experiences, education, culture, and beliefs. A Worldview answers big questions like:

• Where did we come from?
• Why are we here?
• What is right and wrong?
• What happens after we die?

A Biblical Worldview is one that interprets all of life through the teachings of the Bible. It hinges on the existence of God, that He created everything, and that the Bible is His authoritative truth.

1. God is the Ultimate Authority

• Biblical View: There is one sovereign God who created and sustains the universe (Genesis 1:1, Colossians 1:16-17).
• Other Views: Some believe in multiple gods (polytheism), an impersonal force (pantheism), or no god at all (atheism).

2. Absolute Truth Exists

• Biblical View: Truth is defined by God and revealed in Scripture (John 17:17).
• Other Views: Truth is often seen as relative or shaped by personal experiences (postmodernism).

3. Humanity is Created in God’s Image

• Biblical View: Humans have inherent value and purpose, created to reflect God’s nature (Genesis 1:26-27).
• Other Views: Some see humans as purely biological accidents (naturalism) or deny any higher purpose.

4. Sin and the Need for Redemption

• Biblical View: Humanity is fallen due to sin, which separates us from God, and only Jesus Christ provides salvation (Romans 3:23, John 14:6).
• Other Views: Some deny sin altogether, believe people are inherently good, or seek salvation through personal effort or enlightenment.

5. Moral Standards Come from God

• Biblical View: Right and wrong are based on God’s nature and commands (Exodus 20:1-17).
• Other Views: Morality is often subjective, based on societal norms or individual preferences.

6. Purpose of Life: To Glorify God

• Biblical View: Our ultimate purpose is to know God, love Him, and serve Him (1 Corinthians 10:31).
• Other Views: Purpose is often defined by personal happiness, success, or social progress.

7. Eternal Perspective: Heaven and Hell

• Biblical View: Life doesn’t end at death; there is eternal life for believers in Christ and judgment for those who reject Him (John 3:16, Revelation 20:15).
• Other Views: Some believe in reincarnation, annihilation, or that there is no afterlife at all.

In contrast to secular or non-biblical Worldviews, a Biblical Worldview is centered on God rather than human reasoning or cultural trends. It shapes how Christians think, make decisions, and interact with the world.

What is the benefit of living a Biblical Worldview immersed lifestyle? I just made a Grandma Video for my grandsons to explain in their language what a Biblical Worldview is. I told them that God loves us more than we know as a perfect Father. A perfect father is absolutely good and never wants to harm his children. A perfect father always wants to bless his children with an environment that is nourishing and supportive. There are family rules that act as a guideline to live within a safe environment. I went on to tell them our choices can take us out of that loving home environment and protection of our father. Our father’s love never changes based upon our “poor choices,” but there can be consequences that we must face.

When we step outside of living based upon a Biblical Worldview, we often open ourselves up to the attack of satan. Satan’s mode of operation is to steal, kill, and destroy. God didn’t send the consequences, it was our choice to live outside the safety of our Father’s protection and that opens us up to the attack of satan. I also explained to them that Jesus said we would always have trouble in this world, but be of good cheer, for He has overcome the world. I told them about this, because there are times we are living a Biblical Worldview life and bad things can happen to us. However, those bad things aren’t caused by God, but someone else’s poor choices outside of God’s safe environment.

Much of our world does not acknowledge God or the Bible as the source of absolute truth. Therefore, a Biblical Worldview is like a foreign language to the masses within society. The Biblical Worldview may be the language many Christians speak, but they may not have a full immersion into the living and breathing aspect of how the Biblical Worldview can and should impact their daily lives.

Just like my experience in Belize with knowing Spanish that procured a successful outcome, we as Christians need to make sure we know our Biblical Worldview language and immerse ourselves in a daily practice of its principles so that we will live in a greater protection by our Father and reflect the TRUTH to those around us that are unfamiliar with the language of God.