PAPER ONE:
Seven Questions Exercise – , Sire describes that people are typically unaware of what their worldview is and that it becomes evident by how it is demonstrated through words and actions (2009, p.21). Because of this reality, it is critical to understand how the answers to Sire’s seven basic questions impact peoples’ lives. As Sire states, “So long as we live, we will live either the examined or unexamined life. It is the assumption of this book that the examined life is better,” (2009, p.24). Using the Sire text, and at least one other scholarly source, write at least one paragraph for each question articulating how the answers to these questions influence behavior. The objective of this assignment is not to answer the questions from your worldview perspective, but rather think about and articulate how the answers to these questions inform actions. What is prime reality – the really real? What is the nature of external reality, that is, the world around us? What is a human being? What happens to a person at death? Why is it possible to know anything at all? How do we know what is right and wrong? What is the meaning of human history? Support your work with scholarly academic resources, textbooks, or other sources provided.
PAPER TWO:
My Worldview Paper – A worldview is basically a set of presuppositions that we hold abo world in which we live. It is helpful to identify people and experiences that have helped shape their personal worldview up to this point in their lives. Read Chapters 1-2 of The Universe Next Door by Sire Watch these two short videos about how to understand a worldview: o Influences for a Biblical Worldview o What’s Your Worldview? Read What’s Your Worldview? By Tracy Munsil Write a paper identifying people and experiences in your life that have been instrumental in the formation of your personal worldview. Ensure the following points are addressed. At least one person who has significantly impacted your worldview. At least one experience that has significantly affected your worldview. Is there a part of your worldview that you would like to see God transform as you work through this course? Support your writing with both the textbook and other sources properly cited.
