A Christian Worldview Is the World’s View Filtered Through God’s Truth

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It's been said, "If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for everything!" In this message by Pastor Ed Young, we take a panoramic look at how we think and learn about the importance of having a Christian worldview. And we discover how to "take a stand" by filtering our thoughts and actions through the lens of God's absolute truth. What Is a Worldview? A worldview is something all of us have, yet few of us consciously think of. A worldview is a comprehensive, panoramic perspective from a particular standpoint. We view life through our own set of lenses. Many people—myself included—wear glasses. And when I put my glasses on, it changes my perspective. If you wear glasses a lot, like many of us, I’m sure sometimes you just forget you have your glasses on. Have you ever done that? I have. It's embarrassing. But it’s a lot like having a blind spot while you’re driving. If you don’t choose a worldview, you’ll be pulled into relativism—and you’ll have a blind spot. By contrast, the Bible says in John 8:32 (CSB), “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” What Is a Christian Worldview? The world will tell you there is no absolute truth, which is an oxymoron because that statement, in and of itself, is an absolute truth! There is truth that is universal in every situation and circumstance. God has made His truth evident to every person. In Romans 1:20, it says, “For since the creation of the world, God’s invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.” And again in Psalms 19:1–2, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge.” When we discard God’s truth, we slip into relativism. Sadly, too many Christians ping pong from God's worldview to man's worldview. 6 Differences Between a Christian Worldview vs a Secular Worldview: 1. God-centered vs. man-centered 2. Transcendent truth vs. subjective truth 3. External truth vs. temporal truth 4. Logically consistent vs. illogically absurd 5. Comprehensive vs. compartmentalized 6. A high view of man vs. a low view of man What Worldview Should We Follow? Following Christ gives us the most consistent worldview. We can discern what is right and wrong when we follow Christ’s example. Colossians 2:8, “See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than Christ.” God wants us to have understanding, which is standing under His worldview. Today our values are under attack from the secular worldview. There are attacks on our freedom of speech, on the sanctity of life, and on the sanctity of marriage. 4 Ways to Filter a Secular Worldview Through God’s Truth: When you feel bombarded by the world, filter your thoughts through Scripture. Just like an HVAC system filters dirt out of the air, our worldview filters out what the secular world is trying to make us believe. Here are four ways to focus on God’s truth rather than a secular point of view: 1. In a secular worldview, truth is relative, but God’s truth is absolute. 2. In a secular worldview, feelings replace facts. But in a Christian worldview, emotions are a byproduct of truth. 3. In a secular worldview, I glorify myself. But in a Christian worldview, I glorify God. 4. In a secular worldview, I seek happiness. But in a Chrstian worldview, I seek holiness. Have you been trying to do things your own way? Has looking at things from the viewpoint of the world allowed sin to creep into your life? Today is the day to ask God to forgive you and restore your relationship with Him. Maybe you’ve never had a personal relationship with Jesus, or you’ve been away a long time. That doesn’t matter. He’s waiting with open arms for you. Visit us in person or online at Fellowship Church to learn more. Think How You Think | Blindspot | Sermon by Pastor Ed Young A Christian Worldview Is the World’s View Filtered Through God’s Truth #christianworldview #fellowshipchurch

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