Christian Worldview Concepts

Introduction to Worldview Studies

The Elements of a Worldview

Each and every worldview takes a position on the themes listed below. The challenge is to discern what that position is and how it is justified.

1. Cosmology — every worldview has an explanation for the origin and nature of the universe
2. Theology — each worldview, including atheism, takes a position on the existence and nature of God
3. Anthropology — the identity and value of human beings
4. Epistemology — the nature of and justification for knowledge/truth
5. Axiology — the identity and nature of values
6. History — the pattern and significance of historical events
7. Destiny — what happens to people after they die