DIAGNOSING WORLDVIEWS OF URBAN POPULATIONS: CASE STUDY AND THEORY

Abstract

Urban populations are increasingly diverse with many competing culture groups. The cultural mores of each particular group do not just happen and are not easily changed, because they are ruled largely by tacit and unquestioned assumptions passed on from generation to generation—their worldview. This study explores the grounds of worldview, where our assumptions come from, and the extent to which they affect our daily lives. And, it explores scriptural resources available to the people of God in order to discern our and others' assumptions and their pedigree. Three case studies were conducted demonstrating replicability of findings over differing generations and cultures. The author brings a fresh approach to modern complexities that continue to stymie us. The findings are preliminary, intending to further dialogue.