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CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 1 Assignment

Personal
Commitments Assessment

In this
assignment, you will examine your worldview using the personal commitments
described in Chapter 2 of the textbook. This may be the first time you have
thought deeply about what you believe, so give yourself time to reflect on each
question. You will also have the opportunity to examine your worldview
according to a test given in the textbook and to express what you think the
Christian faith is all about.

Follow the
directions in the “Personal Commitments Assessment” worksheet.

GCU style
is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

Reminder:
This is a worksheet so the LopesWrite score will be higher due to the
directions and questions

Be sure you
answer both Part 1 and Part 2 of this assignment before submitting.

Part 1

After
reading Chapter 2 in the textbook and the lecture for this topic, write a two-
to three-sentence answer to each of the six questions that form the basic
components or personal commitments for your worldview. Answer the questions
about your own beliefs in your own words, not what you think the Christian
worldview believes. Keep this worksheet intact and only add your answers under
each question.

1. What is your belief about ultimate
reality?

2. What is your belief about the nature
of the universe?

3. What is your belief about human
nature and the afterlife?

4. What is your belief about
knowledge?

5. What is your basis of ethics?

6. What is your purpose?

Part 2

Answer the following two questions with a
250-550-word response for each.

1. Your answers to the questions in
Part 1 form the basis of your worldview. Now that you have articulated your
worldview, evaluate it according to the practical test described in Chapter 2
of the textbook and the lecture. Can you live your worldview out in the world as
we know it? Why or why not?

2. Reflect on your current
understanding of the Christian faith. In other words, what is the essence of
the Christian worldview? How does one become a Christian?

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 2 Assignment

Origins
Reflection

In this
assignment, you will summarize beliefs about the origin of the universe and
life, including what Christians believe, what you believe, and how people’s
beliefs about origins might impact how they live.

After
reflecting on chapters 1 and 2 of Genesis, create a 15-slide presentation
covering the following topics, paying particular emphasis on item three:

Briefly
explain the Genesis account of creation (first two chapters). The point is not
to retell all aspects of the story in detail, but just to make the message of
the Bible clear.

Explain and
support your interpretation of the origin of the universe. Here you may want to
address evolution, age of the earth, and whether or not it can be reconciled
with the message of the Bible.

Express how
your understanding of the origin of the universe impacts your worldview, specifically
your view of God, of humanity, and responsibility to care for the earth.

The first
slide will be the title slide including your name and course information. The
last slide(s) will be your list of references. You may use the textbook, the
lecture, or other scholarly references. Cite all sources, including the Bible,
as you would in an essay. The in-text citations should be placed on the actual
slides in the presentation so the audience can see them. Put basic content on
the actual slides and elaborate on all your points in the slide notes. Also,
utilize the attached “Origins Presentation Template” to complete the
assignment.

In an
effort to keep the file sizes reasonable, use no more than four low-resolution
images. As in all aspects of this course, show respect for all other views,
with no condescension. Keep your presentation positive and focused on what you
believe, not on what you do not believe.

Use two to
four resources, in addition to the Bible.

While GCU
style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing
is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using GCU
formatting guidelines, which can be found in the GCU Style Guide, located in
the Student Success Center.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 3 Assignment

Fall of
Humanity: Then and Now

In this
assignment, you will analyze the implications of the fall of humanity, consider
the impact of the fall on humanity, and reflect on the continuing consequences
of the fall for people throughout human history.

One of the
central components of every worldview is the topic of human nature. The topic
of human nature asks questions about human value, human flourishing, and human
purpose. Within the Christian worldview, the issue of sin and the consequences
of the fall factor prominently into the topic of human nature.

Use the
“Fall of Humanity: Then and Now Worksheet” to complete this
assignment.

In this
two-part assignment, you will explore the topic of human nature from the
perspective of the Christian worldview. The first part of the assignment
involves gathering research. The second part of the assignment addresses how
the effects of the fall are still evident in the world today.

While GCU
style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing
is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using GCU
documentation guidelines, which can be found in the GCU Style Guide, located in
the Student Success Center.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

Fall of
Humanity: Then and Now Worksheet

Name:

Course:

Date:

Instructor:

PART ONE:
THE FALL – THEN

Read the
assigned readings in Topic 3 (textbook Chapter 4, Lecture 3, “The Mystery
of Original Sin” article, and Bible passages) and address the following
questions with a total word count (including all questions and answers
combined) of 500-900 words.

Cite all of
the resources used with in-text citations, using at least two sources from the
Topic 3 readings. Include these in the reference list at the end of the
assignment.

Write your
paragraph response directly below each question:

1. What is revealed about human nature
(from Genesis 1-2)?

2. What are the consequences of the
fall for human nature (from Genesis 3)?

3. What is revealed about human purpose
from the readings? What does it mean for humans to flourish, in other words to
achieve spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being?

4. How might these questions about
human nature, purpose, and flourishing be answered by those holding a
pantheistic or atheistic (choose one) worldview?

PART TWO:
THE FALL – NOW

Consider
how the fall and humanity’s exposure to good and evil are seen in the way some
people treat themselves and others in dehumanizing ways today (examples: abuse,
addiction, bullying, domestic violence, eating disorders, human trafficking,
pornography, poverty, racism, vandalism, etc.).

Choose one
act of dehumanization and write the script for a short TV public service
announcement in 350-650 words. Use at least two different sources from the GCU
Library cited in the text and listed below in the list of references. Include
the following:

• Highlight how the act of
dehumanization is evident in the world today.

• Provide solid ideas for prevention.

• Include statistics, causes, and
impact on people (victim, perpetrator, others as appropriate).

• Discuss how a God-centered
worldview contributes to a solution.

• Include notes within the script
about the images and video that would be included when shooting the commercial.

From the
topic materials, view the two examples of a public service announcement:

1. Child Internet Safety PSA – Online
Predators

2. Dangers of Sexting: What Teens Need
to Know

Write your
paper below:

REFERENCES

List at
least two references below for each part of the assignment above, for a minimum
of four references. Prepare these references according to the guidelines found
in the Student Success Center. Include the permalink for the GCU Library
sources used.

Example
reference:

Shuster, M.
(2013). The mystery of original sin: We don’t know why God permitted the fall,
but we know all too well the evil and sin that still plague us. Christianity
Today, 57(3), 38-41. Retrieved from
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=rfh&AN=ATLA0001935909&site=ehost-live&scope=site

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 4 Assignment

Mark 8:29

In Mark
8:29, Jesus discussed with his disciples what people were saying about him.
Jesus asked his disciples directly, “But who do you say that I am?”
In this assignment, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your
understanding of who Christians claim Jesus is and to share your own belief
about who Jesus is.

Follow the
directions in the “Mark 8:29 Worksheet.”

GCU style
is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment
uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

Please
address each question below with complete sentences and clear, specific
explanation. The total word count (including all questions and answers
combined) should be between 900-1400 words. For questions one and two, use a
total of one to three resources, in addition to the Bible. Include sources in
the reference list at the end of the assignment. If you have your own Bible
commentary, you may use that, or use the sources in the “Other Biblical Sources
on the Internet” found in the topic materials.

Sample
citation:

Keener, C.
S. (2011). IVP New Testament Commentary Series: Matthew. Downers Grove, IL: IVP
Academic. Retrieved from https://www.biblegateway.com/resources/ivp-nt/toc/

1. Select one teaching of Jesus from
one of the following Bible verses (underline the passage chosen): Matthew
5:21-24; Matthew 5:43-48; Matthew 6:19-24; Matthew 7:15-23; Luke 15:1-32; John
13:1-17, 34-35; John 15:1-11. Answer the following questions:

a. What was Jesus’ point in the
teaching?

b. What sort of relevance does this
teaching have for other worldviews?

c. What does this teaching reveal
about Jesus?

2. Identify at least one claim that
Jesus made about his nature and/or the purpose of his ministry (such as in
Matthew 9:1-8; Matt 9:9-13; Luke 7:18-23; John 5:16-18; John 10:25-38; or John
14:5-11). Underline the passage chosen. What is the significance of this claim?

3. How would you personally answer
Jesus’ question, “But who do you say that I am?” (Mark 8:29 ESV). Describe your
own beliefs about Jesus.

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 5 Assignment

Benchmark –
Gospel Essentials

In this
assignment, you will assess your understanding of the Christian worldview,
including the main topics you have covered up to this point. You will summarize
and analyze the essential elements of the Christian worldview and reflect on
implications for your own worldview.

Write a
1,250-1,500-word essay using at least two course resources (textbook, lectures,
the Bible) and at least two other sources from the GCU Library to support your
points. Remember, the Bible counts as one reference regardless of how many
times you use it or how many verses you cite.

Begin your
paper with an appropriate introduction, including a thesis statement to introduce
the purpose of the paper.

Organize your
paper with the following sections, using the seven underlined titles for
subheadings.

Write at
least one paragraph for each component using the underlined titles for a
subheading.

God: What
is God like? What are God’s characteristics? What is his creation?

Humanity:
What is human nature? What is human purpose? What is the root cause of human
problems?

Jesus: What
is Jesus’ true identity? What did Jesus do? Why is Jesus’ identity and work
significant for the Christian worldview?

Restoration:
What is the solution to human problems according to the Christian worldview?
What role do grace and faith play in Christian salvation? How do Christians
think that the transformation of self and society happen?

Analysis:
Analyze the Christian worldview by addressing each of the following questions:
What are the benefits or strengths of Christian belief? What is troublesome or
confusing about Christianity? How does Christianity influence a person’s
thinking and behavior?

Reflection:
Reflect on your worldview by answering one of the following questions: If you
are not a Christian, what similarities and differences are there between your
worldview and the Christian worldview? If you are a Christian, how specifically
do you live out the beliefs of the Christian worldview?

Conclusion:
Synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.

References

Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center. Review the GCU Template for formatting
and utilize the attached “Gospel Essentials Template” to complete the
benchmark assignment.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required
to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the directions in the
Student Success Center.

This
benchmark assignment assesses the following competency:

MC3:
Christian Worldview Knowledge

Benchmark –
Gospel Essentials

In at least
150 words, complete your introductory paragraph with a thesis statement in
which you will address each of the following six sections with at least one
paragraph each.

God

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to include
citations.

Humanity

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to
include citations.

Jesus

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to
include citations.

Restoration

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to
include citations.

Analysis

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to
include citations.

Reflection

In at least
150 words, respond thoroughly to the questions in the assignment. Be sure to
include citations.

Conclusion

In at least
150 words, synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.
Be sure to include citations.

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 6 Assignment

Guided
Analysis: Suffering

In a guided
analysis, you will interact with the problem of evil and suffering and provide
your own response to the problem in comparison to the Christian response.

Follow the
directions in the “Guided Analysis: Suffering Worksheet.”

GCU style
is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

Address the
following questions, responding to each one directly below the question. Your
total word count (including all questions and answers combined) should be
between 900-1150 words. Include a reference page.

1. Describe a time when you experienced
a significant period of suffering. How did you deal with that experience? How
did you find comfort in the midst of suffering?

2. Briefly summarize the problem of
evil and suffering. Cite and reference the lecture and/or Chapter 9 in the
textbook.

3. Briefly summarize the Christian
worldview’s response to the problem of evil and suffering. Cite and reference
the lecture and/or Chapter 9 in the textbook.

4. Imagine that a close friend has just
suffered through a great personal loss (death of a loved one, natural disaster,
disease, job loss, divorce, or a broken relationship) and your friend asks you
why God would let such a terrible thing happen. How would you respond to your
friend?

5. According to Chapter 7 in the
textbook, how might the problem of evil and suffering lead one to the conclusion
that moral absolutes exist?

References:

CWV101 Christian Worldview

Week 7 Assignment

Benchmark –
Ethical Dilemmas

In this
assignment, you will analyze the implications of an ethical issue according to
the Christian worldview. You will be challenged to think about Christian
worldview core beliefs and apply what you have learned over this course. This
will be a thorough analysis of a case study you will choose from the options
provided.

Write a
1,000-1,500-word essay in which you analyze ethical thinking and use
values-based decision-making to address a case study from the perspective of
the Christian worldview. Choose one case study from the five options listed in
the attached “Ethical Dilemmas” document.

After an
appropriate introductory paragraph with a thesis statement in which you name
the scenario you are choosing, address each of the following six sections with
at least one paragraph each. Write at least one paragraph for each component
using the underlined titles for a subheading.

Ethical
Dilemma: Briefly describe the ethical dilemma in your own words, including (a)
what in the scenario makes it difficult to make an ethical decision and (b) at
least two options for resolving the scenario, providing a brief overview of
what sort of ethical decisions each option might make.

Core
Beliefs: What beliefs about God and humanity from the Christian worldview are
relevant to the scenario? How might these core worldview commitments of
Christians influence one’s decision-making with regard to this scenario?

Resolution:
Describe the Christian worldview’s proposal for resolving the ethical dilemma.
How should the person in the scenario act according to the Christian worldview?
What is the best course of action for a Christian? (Note: The resolution should
be consistent with Christian worldview commitments.)

Evaluation:
What might be the unintended consequences and perceived benefits of the
resolution proposed by the Christian worldview?

Comparison:
How does the Christian worldview resolution compare to how another worldview
might resolve the dilemma? Choose a specific contrasting worldview, such as
atheism, pantheism, or scientism.

Conclusion:
Synthesize the main points, pulling the ideas of the paper together.

References

Use and
cite two course resources (textbook, lectures, and the Bible), and at least two
scholarly sources from the GCU Library that address the issue from opposing
sides. Refer to the directions on “Navigating the GCU Library for CWV
Benchmark Research” and the “Example Ethical Dilemma Essay.”

Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center. Review the GCU Template for formatting
and utilize the attached “Ethical Dilemmas Essay Template” to complete
the benchmark assignment.

This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are
required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.

This
benchmark assignment assesses the following competencies:

MC1:
Critical Thinking

MC2:
Effective Communication

MC3: Christian Worldview Knowledge