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Adopting a Biblical Worldview

by Joung Park
GLDI Class of 2007 
Student, Princeton University

The Bible has sold more copies than any other book, more than Webster’s dictionary, more than Harry Potter, and more than the Qur’an. The Bible certainly is an amazing literary accomplishment, spanning more than 1,500 years and dozens of different authors. But more than this, what I discovered about the Scriptures during my second week at GLDI is its power to change hearts. The Bible, as messages from the living God, is truly information that leads to transformation.

When Pontius Pilate confronted Jesus, he ironically asked, “What is truth?” Obviously, Pilate did not realize that he was facing the living Word of God himself. But when I examined my own habits, I found that I, too, was neglecting the Word of God sitting in front of me on the desk. I misinterpreted Scripture to fit my needs, regarding it merely as an emotional crutch. I was no different from Pilate. There is great power and freedom in knowing that you possess the truth and walk in accordance with it. And where else but in the Bible can we find assurance of that truth? As we were reminded by Professor Kokul and Moreland, the truths found in Scripture are objective and reliable, standing firm despite the fluctuations of our feelings and the passage of time. The true power of Scripture to transform hearts is rooted in its absolute, objective truth.    
      

In light of this, how then should I live? My second week at GLDI challenged me to delve deep into God’s Word so as to discover the correct interpretation of each verse I read. As Professor Shin instructed, I have resolved to prayerfully examine the context of each verse, employing the aid of biblical commentaries as the need arises. And so long as I am able to seize the objective interpretation that God intended for that verse, and apply that truth in my life, I know that the search will be worth the effort. For Scripture assures us, “Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32).  



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