Christian Worldview and the Impact of Biblical Principles Essay

AbstractThis document describes the biblical elements that underpin many of the core concepts and principles of the United States government. Here, the document focuses on the concepts of justice and fairness and how society defines these abstract terms in a biblical context. The society need for a collective good and a natural rule of law are core elements throughout the old and new testament. Likewise, the need for individual sacrifice for the greater good of society are also critical elements within society. In addition, detail is provided related to the powers of congress and how they align with many of the core tenets within biblical studies. The document then transitions into a brief discussion related to the three primary worldviews. Here, a comparison between the three common worldviews is provided with the author providing context between the merits of each doctrine. The document concludes with a discussion on how society can potentially evolve and grow given the three prevailing worldviews. Through this document, not only will the discussion revolve heavily around the Christian worldview, its merit, and its place in society, but a section will also be dedicated to the many of the potential downfalls of such a worldview. The author will provide alternative elements within other worldviews that look to overcome some of the shortcomings with a pure Christian worldview.IntroductionThe bible is a core foundational document used to help found the United States of America. Many of policies and procedures adopted by government during the countries founding, have large influences from the Christian bible. Many of these principles include the role of God and how he provides meaning and influence in the lives of others. This influence often dictate behavior in society along with many of the checks and balances we currently benefit from. The notion of Justice and Fairness in American society have their roots within the biblical text. Likewise, the need to help others and be kind to fellow human beings in the impetuous behind many of the humanitarian efforts utilized throughout the countys founding. Indirectly, the bible has also reinforced the large since of pride Americans feel for their home country. According to the bible, God made man in his own image. Here, many Americans believe that their country is the embodiment of the ideals of God through our worship and obedience to this word. As a result, the greatness the country has experienced over the years, many citizens attribute to the blessing of God. This reinforces their belief in the influence of Christianity within their daily lives and routines. American society therefore uses the wealth and power of America a justification that the principles espoused by Christianity are correct and warranted (Berkhof, 2015).BodyAs it relates to specific biblical concepts that contribute to the role of the government, the first concept is that of inalienable rights. One of the more famous excerpts from the American constitution is as follows:We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.One of the core tenets of the…

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…in American society and are often punished severely if they are committed. These crimes are often characterized as sins in the bible and society is designed to mitigate their occurrence (Bennett, 2002).Finally the concept of covenant and federalism in American society has its roots in biblical teachings. Here, American society is dominated by the view of rule by consent. Here society allows consent for rule understanding that the rules are for the greater good of society. This concept has biblical influences as those following God had to first willingly give their lives to God and commit to following his teachings. This often-included discarding wealth, possesses, and other freedoms in pursuit of the greater good of Christianity.ConclusionWhen comparing the three basis worldviews, modernism would look to limit the role of God in the foundation of civilization. Here God would be replaced with more concrete themes such as science, technology and data. In this concept, society would be geared towards more logical reasoning instead of the of the superstition provided by biblical teachings. Postmodernism looks to combine the religions worldview with the at of modernism. Postmodernism rejects the theory that religious beliefs should be abandoned outright in favor of more concrete themes of data, science and technology. Instead it looks to embrace the religious component while acknowledging that need for rational and logical thinking on the part of society. Finally, the biblical view, as discussed heavily in detail above, looks to emphasize biblical teachings and principles to guide societal behavior. Here, government leverages these principles to design the laws and what will be acceptable to…