The Biblical Worldview Test

The Biblical Worldview Test

A Biblical Worldview is based on the infallible Word of God. When you believe the Bible is entirely true, then you allow it to be the foundation of everything you say and do. That means taking seriously

God’s commands and principles and applying them to your life.

Do you have a biblical worldview? Answer the following questions, based on claims found in the

Bible and which George Barna used in his survey:

1. Do absolute moral truths exist?
2. Is absolute truth defined by the Bible?
3. Did Jesus Christ live a sinless life?
4. Is God the all-powerful and all-knowing Creator of the universe, and does He still rule it today?
5. Is salvation a gift from God that cannot be earned?
6. Is Satan real?
7. Does a Christian have a responsibility to share his or her faith in Christ with other people?
8. Is the Bible accurate in all of its teachings?

If you answered yes to all these questions then you have a Biblical Worldview. If you are unsure

or answered no then I suggest you identify the issues you are struggling with and bring them

before God. Our Lord promises this:

Matthew 7:7-8 TNIV

Ask, Seek, Knock

 "Ask and it will be given to you; Seek and you will find; Knock and the door will be opened to you.

For everyone who asks receives; those who seek find; and to those who knock, the door will be opened.

Wisdom is something God will gladly deliver upon one’s asking. However, one must believe that

God will provide.

James 1:5-7 NIV

If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. Those who doubt should not think they will receive anything from the Lord;

It is important that we trust God for ultimate truth. Here is one of the best reasons why:

Proverbs 3:5-6 TNIV

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;

in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.  

The reason why it is important to have a Biblical Worldview stems from the fact that we are being

bombarded by our culture with an enormous amount of non-biblical ideas through TV, movies,

newspapers, literature, advertising, co-workers, friends etc. We could also do more damage than good,

if by what we believe and do, causes other followers of Jesus to stumble in their faith. By being hypocritical

in lifestyle, by supporting a non-biblical worldview, is something we must each address if it is our desire

to become a disciple of Jesus. How are we going to be a good witness for the Gospel if are not able to fully

believe and explain what our faith encompasses? As a good witness for the Gospel we must be able to defend our faith (Apologetics). The way to become a good witness to the Gospel is to embrace a Biblical Worldview. The Bible inspires us to live for the glory of God.

1 Corinthians 10:31-33 NIV

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God— even as I try to please everybody in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved.

Once we have embraced our Biblical Worldview it is important to stand firm in our faith.

1 Corinthians 16:13 TNIV 
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.

Galatians 5:1 TNIV
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let

yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.

Ephesians 6:14 TNIV 
Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of 

righteousness in place,

Colossians 4:12 TNIV 
Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in

prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.

2 Thessalonians 2:15 TNIV 
So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you,

whether by word of mouth or by letter.

When we stand firm in our faith, where the reality that God and His Word are ultimate truth, we can live

abundantly no matter what the circumstances, and help others on along on their journey of faith.

The whole idea of having a Biblical Worldview is for the sake of personal and corporate transformation.

We are called to become disciples of Christ. Our mission is to help others do the same. Let’s analyze the

“Great Commission”:

Matthew 28:18-20 NIV

Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

The question is, Are Churches making disciples?  

Disciple: A follower of Jesus who learns and adheres to His teachings, striving to be like Him.

The "Church" should ask itself, are we being successful in developing devoted followers or are we just adding to our numbers?

This is a big challenge we have to deal with in a God honoring way. I believe in order to go and make disciples one must first become a disciple. We must live by example, and our words and actions must be in line with God’s reality which are His principles of faith and action.

The first step to becoming a disciple is to receive Jesus as Lord and Savior. God must then be at the top

of our priority list. Once Jesus becomes our Lord and Savior, everything we think and do take on new meaning and purpose. Our lives are now impacted by the supernatural way we stay in tune with the Holy Spirit. We can then have the strength and discernment to live a Godly life in an ever increasing ungodly world.

Think about where you are in relationship with God. Think about the changes you need to make in

order for Jesus become Lord and the authority and the driving force behind everything you do. This does

seem like a tall order to fill, but in light of eternity very, very important.

Luke 9:23-25 NLT

Then he said to the crowd, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it. And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but are yourself lost or destroyed?

Let’s live a Christ-centered life over the temptation to live a self-centered one. We have a great opportunity

right now to share our hope and faith in the “Good News” with the world. The Biblical Worldview we stand firm on will make a positive difference in the way we live and communicate to others who are investigating a life with Christ. While we ourselves are transformed from the inside out, others will benefit from our Christ-likeness. Instead of a hypocritical and legalistic approach to our faith, one will see God’s grace, love and power lived out in us as we live fully devoted lives to the true God of the Bible.  The fruit produced from this relationship with Jesus will have a positive impact on a world that is putting faith in all the wrong things. Those who desire success in life should re-evaluate what this really means. True success is loving God and ones neighbor. True success is leaving a Godly legacy for families and friends.  True success is becoming a fully devoted follower of Jesus. True success is being known by God and being called to serve His kingdom. True success is humility before God. True success is surrendering ones will and living a life of obedience to the Lord. Remember - Surrender is victory in God's kingdom. 

True followers of Jesus will embrace God’s Word in order to become motivated and inspired. 

To help us represent Christ in a fallen world we must appropriate the teachings of Christ, live Spirit filled lives, and seek God's will and Glory in everything we say and do.  The Bible says this:

John 15:5 TNIV 
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit;

apart from me you can do nothing.

Ask yourself, Does my Church support a Biblical Worldview?

If God has given us the mission to go and make disciples, then we should adhere to a Biblical Worldview and embrace God's principles of life with authentic devotion and faithfulness. This will help us with our ministry to send the right message to those we encounter who are on a journey for ultimate truth. We are the salt and light to a fallen world. Let’s continue to tell others about the length that God went to show His love and grace. Let’s show them what it means to be a new creation in Christ. Let’s love our neighbor and pray that our devotion to Jesus and God’s Word sets the example to help others find the path to truth and a new life in Christ. When a Church does not support a Biblical Worldview it muddies the waters of God's truth, even to the point of corrupting the holy Word of God. Teaching that does not adhere to God's truth can cause much damage to a persons understanding of who God is and the the power of the Gospel.   

Here is the truth about the power of God's Word:

2 Timothy 3:16-17 New International Version 1984 

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching,rebuking, correcting and training in 
righteousness,   so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

Hebrews 4:12 New International Version 1984 

For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.

So what is our challenge?

Take to heart this passage from James.  

James 1:22-25 NIV

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. But the man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it—he will be blessed in what he does.

The Bible is truth:

Psalm 119:160 New International Version 1984  

 All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal

John 17:17 New International Version 1984  

Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth

May God be lifted up by your love for Him and by the way you are living out the truth of His Word. 

Do everything for the glory of God. Embrace a Biblical Worldview.

 Just Sayin………………..Dave