Worldviews, the Bible, and the Believer

Critical to understanding the New Testament world and our world is an understanding of worldview-- the lens of living.

4.61 (579 reviews)

Udemy

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English

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Humanities

What you will learn

describe what makes up the lens called a 'worldview'

describe the worldviews of the Ancient Roman world, the Jewish world of the 1st Century AD, and the world of the emerging 'in Messiah' people

discern narratives within a culture that often dictate behavior and beliefs

explain how symbols reinforce and create fertile ground for a worldview to develop

discuss what role questions play in the development and strengthening of a worldview

articulate how 'praxis', or automatic behaviors, show how a worldview works

develop a reflective perspective on one's own worldview as described by Prof. N.T. Wright

process how the biblical text of the New Testament may be better understood when the worldviews at play are understood

articulate what an 'in Messiah' worldview might look like in this present day within your own culture

examine the journey from the pre-Modern Age to the present day by examining the Western culture from the perspective of the underlying worldviews of each era

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Our Verdict

Worldviews, the Bible, and the Believer is an insightful course that enables learners to develop a reflective perspective on their worldview. By examining various worldviews through the lens of Professor N.T. Wright's framework, students gain valuable cultural sensitivity and can apply this understanding in assessing other belief systems against their 'in Christ' worldview. While there are some minor drawbacks—namely a heavy US focus at times and the potential for an overly static view of symbols and praxis—the course provides robust tools to challenge preconceived notions and encourage thoughtful, active expression of faith.

What We Liked

Excellent framework provided for examining different worldviews in various contexts, particularly helpful for understanding scriptural perspectives
Provides a deeper understanding of the Jewish context of scripture, resulting in a richer comprehension of the writers' intentions and listeners' perceptions
Encourages learners to assess all other worldviews against the 'in Christ' worldview, emphasizing the need for active expression rather than internal holding
Addresses cultural sensitivity by comparing American culture with the 'in Christ' worldview, challenging unthinking groupthink and presumed superiority

Potential Drawbacks

The course has a strong US focus in its later stages which might not resonate as well with non-American learners
A more dynamic and less static view of symbols, praxis, tradition, history, and their impact on worldviews could be beneficial for comprehensive understanding
Some may find the teachings challenging due to the instructor's tendency to subtly defend Jewish pride and supremacism