Who We Are. Where We Stand. God’s Truth.
Every day, we’re bombarded with messages telling us who we should be, what truth is, and how to live. Cultural values shift almost overnight, social norms evolve, and what was once widely accepted suddenly feels outdated or controversial. In this whirlwind of change, it’s easy to feel unmoored and start wondering about the truth.
For believers, this is precisely why developing and maintaining a biblical worldview is so important. A biblical worldview isn’t just a set of beliefs tucked away in a corner of your mind; it’s the lens through which you interpret everything: yourself, others, the world, and even God. It shapes your decisions, your values, your purpose, and your hope. It shapes how we make decisions, how we handle conflict, how we think about identity, justice, success, and more. A biblical worldview goes beyond just knowing Bible stories or reciting verses; it’s about grounding our entire outlook in God’s truth. Far from being a mere list of doctrines or moral values, a biblical worldview is comprehensive; it encompasses everything related to the doctrines, values, priorities, and understanding of how the world works that the Bible commends and promotes. But what exactly does that look like? How does a biblical worldview help us stand firm amid shifting sands? And how do we begin to build it?
Well, that’s where a biblical worldview comes in. To answer these questions, we will explore four foundational questions that the Bible helps us understand:
1. Who am I?
2. Where am I?
3. What went wrong?
4. What is the remedy?
Now, let's dive into each of these questions and explore how the Bible answers them.
1. Who am I?
You are created in the image of God, fearfully, wonderfully, and intentionally made. You carry God’s fingerprints in your ability to love, create, think, and build relationships. We have knowledge, emotions, and the ability to reason. However, we are also fallen creatures, affected by sin that entered the world through Adam and Eve's disobedience. We’re also broken. Sin has distorted our original design. Still, for those in Christ, we are redeemed, forgiven, and made new. Understanding who you are in God’s eyes changes everything; it anchors your worth and shapes how you treat others. So, when you face moments of self-doubt or insecurity, whether at work, school, or in relationships, remember that your worth isn’t defined by what others say or how well you perform. Instead, your true identity comes from being God’s beloved creation, made with purpose and value. This means you can approach challenges with confidence and treat others with respect and kindness, knowing you all bear God’s image, despite your differences and imperfections.
2. Where am I?
We live in a beautiful yet broken world; a world intentionally created by God to reflect His glory. God created the earth and called it “good.” That goodness includes truth, beauty, and moral order. But sin has scarred creation. Natural disasters, disease, injustice, they all point to a world groaning for redemption. Knowing this helps us see both the wonder and the wounds of the world, and gives us hope that God is restoring it. So, when you hear about a devastating earthquake, experience the pain of illness, or witness injustice in your community, it’s easy to wonder why a good God would allow such things. But through a biblical worldview, you can acknowledge both the beauty of creation and the brokenness caused by sin. Instead of falling into despair, you can respond with hope, praying, serving, and advocating, knowing that God is at work redeeming and restoring what has been broken.
3. What went wrong?
The biblical answer to this question is clear: sin entered the world. This isn't just about individual wrongdoings; it's about the universality of sin that has affected all of creation. Not just bad choices, but a deep, heart-level rebellion that affects everything: relationships, systems, desires, even nature itself. It’s why life is hard and why we wrestle with pain, confusion, and brokenness. Many distorted worldviews, like materialism, pride, or moral relativism are just surface symptoms of the deeper problem, our separation from God. Sin can manifest in various ways, including through distorted worldviews. For example, materialism might lead someone to believe that happiness comes from owning many things, or sexual sin might stem from a view that God's restrictions are too harsh. Even Eve's decision to eat the forbidden fruit came from a warped understanding of who she was and what she truly needed. Now, think about a strained friendship where pride, unforgiveness, or jealousy has taken root. Or consider a society obsessed with success and possessions, where people constantly compare themselves and never feel satisfied. These are not just random struggles; they’re symptoms of a deeper issue: sin. A biblical worldview helps you see that the problem isn’t just behavior, but the heart. Recognizing this allows you to respond not with blame or shame, but with grace, prayer, and a desire for true heart-level transformation.
4. What’s the remedy?
Jesus is the answer! The gospel. Not self-help, not good vibes, not “just try harder.” We can’t fix ourselves, but Jesus can. God stepped into our brokenness through Christ, offering forgiveness and new life through His death and resurrection. That’s grace. That’s redemption. That’s the good news. And here's where the beauty of the gospel shines the brightest. Unlike other worldviews or religions that suggest the solution to our problems lies within ourselves, Christianity recognizes that we need an external solution to our internal problems. Just as a car without gas can't start itself, we can't solve our sin problem on our own. We need someone from outside to intervene, and that someone is Jesus Christ. The remedy involves repentance (turning away from our sin) and faith (trusting in Jesus' work on the cross). See, this grace-based solution sets Christianity apart from all other belief systems. It's not about what we can do to earn salvation, but about what has already been done for us. The book of Ephesians beautifully illustrates this biblical worldview. It describes believers as saints, adopted sons, the body of Christ, and God's workmanship. It acknowledges our former condition as being "dead in trespasses and sin" but declares that we have been "made alive in Christ" and "saved by grace through faith."
So, why does this matter? Because your worldview shapes every part of your life. And if you’re not intentionally shaping it through Scripture, it’s being shaped by something else, culture, media, fear, or lies.
Want to grow in your biblical worldview? Start here:
As you do, you will begin to see differently, to think, live, and love like Jesus. You will gain clarity in a chaotic world. And you’ll stand on truth that doesn’t shake when the world does.
You were made for this. Rooted in truth. Redeemed by grace. Called to live with clarity and conviction. This is who we are, where we stand, and what we build our lives on.
Let’s keep growing together.
For believers, this is precisely why developing and maintaining a biblical worldview is so important. A biblical worldview isn’t just a set of beliefs tucked away in a corner of your mind; it’s the lens through which you interpret everything: yourself, others, the world, and even God. It shapes your decisions, your values, your purpose, and your hope. It shapes how we make decisions, how we handle conflict, how we think about identity, justice, success, and more. A biblical worldview goes beyond just knowing Bible stories or reciting verses; it’s about grounding our entire outlook in God’s truth. Far from being a mere list of doctrines or moral values, a biblical worldview is comprehensive; it encompasses everything related to the doctrines, values, priorities, and understanding of how the world works that the Bible commends and promotes. But what exactly does that look like? How does a biblical worldview help us stand firm amid shifting sands? And how do we begin to build it?
Well, that’s where a biblical worldview comes in. To answer these questions, we will explore four foundational questions that the Bible helps us understand:
1. Who am I?
2. Where am I?
3. What went wrong?
4. What is the remedy?
Now, let's dive into each of these questions and explore how the Bible answers them.
1. Who am I?
You are created in the image of God, fearfully, wonderfully, and intentionally made. You carry God’s fingerprints in your ability to love, create, think, and build relationships. We have knowledge, emotions, and the ability to reason. However, we are also fallen creatures, affected by sin that entered the world through Adam and Eve's disobedience. We’re also broken. Sin has distorted our original design. Still, for those in Christ, we are redeemed, forgiven, and made new. Understanding who you are in God’s eyes changes everything; it anchors your worth and shapes how you treat others. So, when you face moments of self-doubt or insecurity, whether at work, school, or in relationships, remember that your worth isn’t defined by what others say or how well you perform. Instead, your true identity comes from being God’s beloved creation, made with purpose and value. This means you can approach challenges with confidence and treat others with respect and kindness, knowing you all bear God’s image, despite your differences and imperfections.
2. Where am I?
We live in a beautiful yet broken world; a world intentionally created by God to reflect His glory. God created the earth and called it “good.” That goodness includes truth, beauty, and moral order. But sin has scarred creation. Natural disasters, disease, injustice, they all point to a world groaning for redemption. Knowing this helps us see both the wonder and the wounds of the world, and gives us hope that God is restoring it. So, when you hear about a devastating earthquake, experience the pain of illness, or witness injustice in your community, it’s easy to wonder why a good God would allow such things. But through a biblical worldview, you can acknowledge both the beauty of creation and the brokenness caused by sin. Instead of falling into despair, you can respond with hope, praying, serving, and advocating, knowing that God is at work redeeming and restoring what has been broken.
3. What went wrong?
The biblical answer to this question is clear: sin entered the world. This isn't just about individual wrongdoings; it's about the universality of sin that has affected all of creation. Not just bad choices, but a deep, heart-level rebellion that affects everything: relationships, systems, desires, even nature itself. It’s why life is hard and why we wrestle with pain, confusion, and brokenness. Many distorted worldviews, like materialism, pride, or moral relativism are just surface symptoms of the deeper problem, our separation from God. Sin can manifest in various ways, including through distorted worldviews. For example, materialism might lead someone to believe that happiness comes from owning many things, or sexual sin might stem from a view that God's restrictions are too harsh. Even Eve's decision to eat the forbidden fruit came from a warped understanding of who she was and what she truly needed. Now, think about a strained friendship where pride, unforgiveness, or jealousy has taken root. Or consider a society obsessed with success and possessions, where people constantly compare themselves and never feel satisfied. These are not just random struggles; they’re symptoms of a deeper issue: sin. A biblical worldview helps you see that the problem isn’t just behavior, but the heart. Recognizing this allows you to respond not with blame or shame, but with grace, prayer, and a desire for true heart-level transformation.
4. What’s the remedy?
Jesus is the answer! The gospel. Not self-help, not good vibes, not “just try harder.” We can’t fix ourselves, but Jesus can. God stepped into our brokenness through Christ, offering forgiveness and new life through His death and resurrection. That’s grace. That’s redemption. That’s the good news. And here's where the beauty of the gospel shines the brightest. Unlike other worldviews or religions that suggest the solution to our problems lies within ourselves, Christianity recognizes that we need an external solution to our internal problems. Just as a car without gas can't start itself, we can't solve our sin problem on our own. We need someone from outside to intervene, and that someone is Jesus Christ. The remedy involves repentance (turning away from our sin) and faith (trusting in Jesus' work on the cross). See, this grace-based solution sets Christianity apart from all other belief systems. It's not about what we can do to earn salvation, but about what has already been done for us. The book of Ephesians beautifully illustrates this biblical worldview. It describes believers as saints, adopted sons, the body of Christ, and God's workmanship. It acknowledges our former condition as being "dead in trespasses and sin" but declares that we have been "made alive in Christ" and "saved by grace through faith."
So, why does this matter? Because your worldview shapes every part of your life. And if you’re not intentionally shaping it through Scripture, it’s being shaped by something else, culture, media, fear, or lies.
Want to grow in your biblical worldview? Start here:
- Spend time daily in God’s Word
- Listen to solid, biblical teaching
- Ask deeper questions, not just “what” but “why”
- Talk it out in your Christian community
- Invite the Holy Spirit to renew your mind
As you do, you will begin to see differently, to think, live, and love like Jesus. You will gain clarity in a chaotic world. And you’ll stand on truth that doesn’t shake when the world does.
You were made for this. Rooted in truth. Redeemed by grace. Called to live with clarity and conviction. This is who we are, where we stand, and what we build our lives on.
Let’s keep growing together.
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