Biblical Christian Worldview

Every once in a while, I receive comments on the nuances of translation interpretations. These slight changes in meaning (as one moves from Greek or Hebrew to English) can have a dramatic impact on theology. So, how does one decide the meaning of a Scripture verse? A simple example is Matthew 5:48 … YOU THEREFORE MUST BE PERFECT, AS YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER IS PERFECT. Finally, the assimilation of par...

Over the last couple of years, “Deconstruction” became a popular buzzword in the carnal christian lexicon. Summary Deconstruction means one is exploring the foundations of their faith and subsequently moving away from the Bible, away from fellowship with other Biblical Christians, while establishing a broad, “open christianity” that conforms to their view of what is truth, moral, and right, rather...

While doing a search on our website, BCWorldview.org, for the word “ deconstruction ” I was surprised to discover I had personally referred to the concept in 20 articles over the past nine months. That is likely just the tip of the iceberg when considering responses to questions or challenges from Medium readers.  Conclusion Man’s vain attempt to “reveal [Biblical Christian] inadequacy” is not onl...

I have received a number of comments surrounding what it means to be a Christian today. Not only is there a wide range of theological implications to this question, there are eternal implications as well.  Pastors and Bible teachers want to make Salvation a hard line in the sand. You’re either saved or lost. You have either “asked God, through Christ, to come into your life, and He has filled you...

Our verse for today comes from John 19:24, “They said therefore among themselves, ‘Let us not tear it, but cast lots for it, whose it shall be,’ that the Scripture might be fulfilled which says: ‘They divided My garments among them, and for My clothing they cast lots.’ Therefore the soldiers did these things.” As we seek Him today, accept no substitutes for knowing and following the risen Jesus. &...

Our verse for today comes from 1 Kings 13:18, " And he said to him, 'I also am a prophet as you are, and an angel spoke to me by the word of the Lord, saying, " Bring him back with you into your house that he may eat bread and drink water. " ' But he lied to him. " As we seek Him today, let God's Word speak to you before anything else. Weigh all of your choices i...

Our verse for today comes from John 19:25, “Now there stood by the cross of Jesus His mother, and His mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.” As we seek Him today, thank God for your mom and for every mother you encounter. "Let us know what you think."

Over the last nearly two years I have monitored the process of Deconstruction of our Christian worldview. Many define the term “deconstruction” in a favorable light, often in order to suit their underlying objectives. Those in the pro-deconstruction camp would say that they have finally broken away from false traditional Christian dogma and are on an exciting journey, looking at Christ and God fro...

Our verse for today comes from Philippians 4:19, " And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. " As we seek Him today, lighten your burden by acknowledging everything comes from our heavenly Father. Ask God for what you need. It might be something other than money. "Let us know what you think."

Our verse for today comes from John 19:29, “Now a vessel full of sour wine was sitting there; and they filled a sponge with sour wine, put it on hyssop, and put it to His mouth.” As we seek Him today, let a memory of good times gone by draw you closer to the memory of all that Jesus did for you and means to you. "Let us know what you think."

It would be difficult to ignore the overwhelming evidence that there is evil in the world. The real question is its source. Many view humanity’s anger and violence as simply “human nature”, without much thought as to a deeper cause. Christians assign the existence of evil into two broad categories, one Supernatural, and one in the Natural Realm. I would love to read an existential, secular argumen...

Our verse for today comes from John 19:30 , “So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, ‘It is finished.’ And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.” As we seek Him today, let what is finished and dead stay that way. Give back to God whatever old ways you have picked back up and be refreshed by His mercy and grace. "Let us know what you think."

Our verse for today comes from Ephesians 6:19, " Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. " As we seek Him today, pray for Sunday services and small groups. Pray for Wednesday night services and activities. Pray for the people who lead and attend these ministries, and pray for anyone else God places on...

Again, the list above represents what I would respectfully consider important, but secondary Biblical Christian theology. I have intentionally glossed over the details of each as my objective was not to either define or defend one view over another. Unfortunately, many Christians hold systematic theology that includes some of these components, interlocking within their dogma, making it difficult t...

Our verse for today comes from 1 Samuel 1:27 , ” For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition which I asked of Him. “ As we seek Him today, open up those lines of communication even more to deepen your relationship with our God, who is the God of the small and the big. "Let us know what you think."

Our verse for today comes from John 19:32, “Then the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first and of the other who was crucified with Him.” As we seek Him today, don’t let your tongue or your pride lead the way. Allow the Spirit to operate its nature of self-control in you. "Let us know what you think."

Our verse for today comes from Acts 9:27, " But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles. And he declared to them how he had seen the Lord on the road, and that He had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus. " As we seek Him today, let your testimony be lived out in everything you do. Do not dismiss the way God chose you, nor miss out on w...

I wrote an article recently, responding to those who see Christianity as a form of “mythology”, like so many other false religions. An interesting perspective came in through a comment that... unbelievers will never consider our Biblical Christian worldview as anything more than a fairy tale until they see the miraculous demonstrated in front of them (ex. healings).  The above is the essence of wh...

Our verse for today comes from John 19:41, “Now in the place where He was crucified there was a garden, and in the garden a new tomb in which no one had yet been laid.” As we seek Him today, add grace unto grace and take a step closer to your Savior. "Let us know what you think."

Our verse for today comes from 2 Samuel 2:28, " So Joab blew a trumpet; and all the people stood still and did not pursue Israel anymore, nor did they fight anymore. " As we seek Him today, ask God to blast that siren once again so you can hear what you have been ignoring. Keenly look at your circumstances to see how the Lord is speaking to you. "Let us know what you think."

I attend a Biblical Christian church with a Sunday morning attendance of just over 100. We are made up of sinners seeking fellowship, education and accountability by choosing to meet together for regular worship. Yesterday we had a baptism. That is the definition of the “church” that God calls us to be. Sometimes we succeed and sometimes we fail but either way, it changes nothing in God’s economy....

I wrote an article on Gay Salvation from a Biblical Christian Perspective which received some extended comments. One of the more interesting responses was from a reader who informed me that the word “homosexuality” did not appear in Bible translations until 1946, thereby challenging the notion that it was accepted as a sin prior to that time. The Bible, and its translations from Greek to English,...

Our verse for today comes from Matthew 21:12, " Then Jesus went into the temple and drove out all those who bought and sold in the temple, and overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those who sold doves. " As we seek Him today, prepare your hearts for this Sunday's worship by worshiping Him today. Thank Him for His awesomeness, and spend your week seeking Him o...

Our verse for today is from 1 Timothy 1:15-16, " Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners - of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display His unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on Him and receive eternal life. " As we seek Him today, believe that you have something to offer so...

Our verse for today comes from John 20:2, “Then she ran and came to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and said to them, ‘They have taken away the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid Him.’” As we seek Him today, be overwhelmed by the greatness of our Savior and not the bigness of your situation. "Let us know what you think."