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The Purpose Of Business: The Viewpoint Of Imitatio Dei (Imitating God), Michael E. Cafferky, D.B.A.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

The thesis of this paper can be summarized with the following propositional statements: A) The image of God established at Creation has been marred; B) God’s plan of redemption includes the restoration of His image;

C) the restoration process involves imitating the character of God; D) the character of God is expressed conceptually in the Ten Commandments, visibly in the life and work of Jesus Christ, and through the “grand themes” of the Bible; E) business is a setting where God restores His image and where the grand themes can be expressed; F) the grand themes are the fundamental principles …

Adventist Education In An Anti-Modern World: Challenge And Opportunity, John Wesley Taylor Ph.D. V

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Certain tenets of anti-modern thought clash with basic Christian assumptions. Consequently, Christians may not agree with the full scope of the anti-modern position – such as its relativism, fragmentation of knowledge, and rejection of religious doctrine. Such premises can ultimately lead to conclusions far removed from those of a Christian worldview. Nevertheless, while Christians cannot surrender the non-negotiable truths of their faith, they must seek to truly understand anti-modernism and its endeavor to address crucial issues in society.

Stirred by the anti-modern paradigm, for example, contemporary educators have raised valid concerns regarding educational practice – the role of community, the …

Developing Confidence In The Creator God In The University Classroom: Teaching Ecology In A World Of Death, Lee Spencer Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

In addition to starting each class with a worship oriented towards that day's topic, faith building concepts can be integrated into almost every lecture in an ecology course. Topics that deal with the structure of the earth and God's way of conserving nutrients through cycles show evidence of design and demonstrate His love and care for the world He created. Complex issues such as the role of death, competition, and food webs are governed by divine law. The realization that death, predation, and natural disaster recovery are actually governed by divine law may show the student that sin did not …

Discipleship As Means To Reinvent Higher Education, Alan Parker, D.Th.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

This paper exams the purpose of Adventist Higher Education and how it can be achieved. It suggests that the purpose of Christian education is to transform believers into the image of Christ. It contrasts contemporary Christian education with Ellen White’s vision of education and suggests that current models of education, especially in General Education, fall far short of this ideal. The paper concludes that character development, the transmission of strong biblical values and the holistic development of the overall person should be the purpose of Adventist higher education. The paper then suggests that the most effective way to accomplish this …

Schools Of The Bible: Contours Of A Divine Plan For Christian Education, Robert Montague Ph.D., John Wesley Taylor Ph.D. V

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

God has communicated his divine plan for education through the Bible. He has revealed His educational model by means of various schools that He established throughout history. A number of schools are discussed in both the Old and New Testaments. Established in a variety of contexts, these schools of the Bible provide Christian educators with clarification of the divine plan for education, particularly as today’s educators seek to align contemporary educational systems with God’s plan for His children. This article will examine the roots of Christian education—the schools of the Bible—to reveal salient characteristics of these educational programs in order …

A Biblical Framework For Service Learning, Myrna Colon, Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

This paper explores a Biblical foundation for service learning. It provides a framework for educational institutions at all levels to integrate service in educational experiences that help students learn through active participation and reflection in an organized community activity. The paper addresses key biblical passages that serve as building-blocks for a Christian service learning model. It also includes some enlightening passages from the Spirit of Prophecy describing the significant role of service in Christian education and the seriousness with which Christian educators should emphasize its inclusion. In addition, reference is made to Southern Adventist University’s efforts to ensure that its …

The Biblical Basis Of Science, Kenneth E. Caviness, Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Science and Religion are often viewed as conflicting, even irreconcilable. In this article, the inconsistencies and incompleteness of both atheistic science and irrational religion are considered, including:

• an exploration of the “science vs. religion” dichotomy and why eliminating either results in an incomplete worldview;
• consideration of the generally unstated underlying assumptions of the materialistic worldview;

• the limits of reason, logic and science and the inconsistency of attempts to use science to disprove the existence of the supernatural;
• the failure of atheistic materialism to adequately explain the universe; and

• the importance and strengths of correct science within its limits of usefulness—why …

Faith Through Practical Skills, Ray Carson Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

While classroom learning forms the foundation for traditional notions of education and is necessary for academic learning, an education in practical skills is essential to prepare individuals for Christian service. The creation of man included physical, mental, and spiritual aspects; therefore, a complete education will include a balance among each of these three characteristics. Throughout Scripture, we see the effectiveness of God’s methods in using the simple life and practical skills for the education and development of some of His chosen leaders. This article explores the education of several of these leaders and reveals why a practical education is still …

Biblical Concepts Of Restoration As A Foundation For Lifestyle Change, Lillian Tryon, D.N.P.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

The Bible is filled with rich images of healing and restoration—it is a consistent and persistent theme in both the Old and New Testaments. Examples from Genesis, the Law of God, the Sanctuary, the story of Daniel, the New Covenant, the Gospels, Paul’s writings, and the book of Revelation are provided. This understanding of restoration and God’s role as the Master Restorer stands in sharp contrast to many historical and contemporary perspectives. It sets lifestyle change into a context and is fundamental to developing a wholistic and comprehensive approach to lifestyle medicine. One significant role of an advanced practice nurse …

Receptivity As The Core Of Biblical Decision Making, Stephanie Sheehan M.A.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Receptivity implies an openness to emotions, ideas, people, and counsel. For Christian leaders receptivity is a key component which allows God to work more fully through the leader to accomplish His purposes. Leaders inevitably make decisions. Within the realm of Christian leadership, decision making should be undergirded by Biblical foundations. Within this gap there is need for increased discussion that highlights the biblical principles from which to operate as well as development of context and potential antecedents. This contribution to the discussion addresses the importance of establishing a Biblical perspective for facilitating greater understanding for self and others with regard …

On Being A Neighbor In The Context Of Teaching Excellence And Biblical Foundations, Adrienne J. Royo Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Who is my neighbor? For whom am I responsible? How can I be a neighbor? To whom should I answer, is a question that has followed mankind through the millennia, beginning with the Genesis story. The fact that this question has been part of the legacy of mankind throughout history begs the question: Who is my neighbor? We go to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary to discover man’s definitions: 1) one living or located near another; 2) fellow man [woman]. As elucidated in this paper, the second definition is the principle pertaining to the portrayal of the attitude of the Christian towards …

A Biblical Foundation To Discover God's Circle Of Calling For Your Life, W. Rick Norskov M.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Calling is defined as a transcendent summons, finding meaning in a job, and making a difference in society. A majority of college students are concerned about calling and their careers. Some are concerned that they do not fully understand the origin of calling or what they are called to do. A student’s philosophy of calling influences their choice of careers. Sometimes choose a job for reasons such as prestige or pay which may narrow their view and limit their choices. An absence of a theology of vocation leaves many students with no idea of how their faith connects to their …

Neurophysiological Benefits Of Worship, Michael Liedke D.N.P.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Believers are called to worship, first Thessalonians 5: 16-17 (King James) instructs believers “Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing.” Believers understand the positive ramifications of worship, although few could elucidate the exact mechanisms at work in the brain. It is only in the recent decades that advances in imaging technology as well as an overall increase in neuroscience knowledge, have allowed us to peer into the workings of the real-time brain. The ever-expanding concept of neuroplasticity has opened and expanded knowledge related to the neurophysiological benefits of worship. Understanding the physical and mental health implications of these benefits validate Paul in …

Though The Heavens Fall, Greg A. King Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Adventist universities today are facing an exceptionally difficult challenge. No longer surrounded by a predominantly Christian culture, students enter Adventist universities having been exposed to the ever stronger tide of secularism and moral relativism. These ideologies teach them that there is no need to take a stand for truth since truth is subjective to an individual’s preferences: what one person considers truth, another considers wrong, and nobody has the right to say otherwise. Many students wrestle with the questions that arise as they struggle to reconcile their Christianity with these philosophies.

As Adventist educators, we are called to provide a …

Lessons From The Divine Investigator In Genesis, Brent Hamstra, Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

In the Biblical book of Genesis, God investigates His work and that of others on multiple occasions. Ten separate investigations are examined, and the characteristics of God’s investigative work in these cases are noted and compared to the characteristics typically associated with human scientific inquiries. Careful observation, active pursuit of knowledge, and well-crafted questions are characteristics common to several of the investigations. Additional characteristics relevant to the conduct of science include openness to change in response to new data, the value of peer input, and the propriety of experimentation. A message common to all of the investigations is that the …

A Biblical Model For Professional Development To Transform Teaching Practices, Cynthia Gettys Ph.D., Elaine Plemons

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

In the past, professors have always taught as they were taught, but this needs to change, Why? Due to the fact that the majority of professors completed their graduate degrees in a non-Adventist institution of higher learning. So if they teach like they are taught, they won’t be teaching from an Adventist Christian worldview. In addition, the changing student demographics along with the infusion of technology into our daily lives is providing the tools and an opportunity for professors to teach differently than they were taught. Three main changes professors are facing today include: the professorate expectations, a different student …

The Accounting Equation And Redemption, H. Robert Gadd Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

The accounting equation has been used, to some degree, for centuries. It was first documented in publication more than 400 years ago. The accounting equation is a powerful tool for determining the value of a business to its owners. Using this same valuation model, the story of redemption may be clearly presented, including the basis for valuing each individual.

Professional Development For The Now Generation, Pegi Flynt Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Learning is a lifelong, continual process. The increasing capabilities of technology have changed how and when learning can happen (Yumurtaci, 2017). With the immense volume of information available on the Internet, adult learners are increasingly taking advantage of informal learning opportunities, but these can prove to be shallow, and one-sided. Both the professional world and higher education entities have struggled to identify and implement instructional design standards and processes to meet new demands for short segment, high quality, flexible, and nimble learning opportunities that are rigorous and relevant within constantly changing cultural, contextual, and technological environments (Friedman, 2016; Siemens, 2005). …

Teaching Christian Biblical Concepts In The Classroom Using An Enhanced Devotional Lecture, Michael Dant M.Sc

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

There are many great ways to share Jesus and encourage the biblical Christian worldview in the classroom. These include three major teaching modalities: integrating biblical truths directly into the lecture as they relate to the course’s subject, giving devotional talks at the beginning or ending of class, and demonstrating biblical concepts by example—inside the classroom and out. This paper looks specifically at the devotional lecture modality. Classroom devotionals are usually, at the basic level, lectures, and therefore suffer from many of the disadvantages of the lecture. But lectures also have advantages. Done well, the devotional lecture can quickly convey a …

How The Naturalistic And Biblical Worldviews Affect How We Do Science, Kenneth E. Caviness, Ph.D.

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

The naturalistic paradigm rules out all supernatural explanations and leads to a particular type of science now widely considered the only possible approach. However, this limitation imposed upon science is shown to be invalid by the fact that modern science was developed primarily by theists working within a Biblical worldview and that it functioned well in that context. This article compares the practice of science based on naturalistic (and atheistic) presuppositions with that of science developed from a Biblical worldview, a comparison that includes a consideration of the presuppositions, objectives, methodology, results and implications of these two approaches. Historical examples …

College Composition And Biblical Worldview: Redesigning College Composition With The Biblical Foundation Course Design Model, Kathy Goddard

The Journal of Biblical Foundations of Faith and Learning

Like their counterparts in elementary and secondary education, Seventh-day Adventist educators at the tertiary level have been challenged by their administrators to integrate faith and learning. Implementation on an instructional level has focused on teaching/learning strategies based upon biblical narratives, themes, or principles that are relevant to a particular lesson or unit of instruction. While these activities can impact students, they fail to integrate faith into the course content itself. This paper is a report of a landmark study in which a college composition course was redesigned using a course design model that fuses faith and learning by utilizing a …