The Reformed Worldview: Truth and Its Consequences (3)
This article examines the historical development of the concept of worldview within Reformed Christianity, tracing its theological roots from Old Testament election and covenant to the doctrine of the antithesis. Key argues that understanding the antithesis—the biblical principle of contrast between God's people and the world—is essential for maintaining spiritual separation from worldliness and preserving the integrity of the church and Christian families. The piece emphasizes that a properly Reformed worldview must be grounded in God's eternal decree of election and expressed through practical antithetical living.
Previous article in this series: March 1, 2013, p. 248. The History of the Concept Worldview I have defined worldview simply as a comprehensive view of the world and how we ought to live in and relate to this world. As we give our attention to the historical development of the concept of a worldview, we can acknowledge that there has been some attention given this subject -- though not called worldview -- throughout the history of the church. We should not overlook the fact that already...
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