An Open Mind
I think that most people would agree that having an open mind can be virtuous. Using an open window as a metaphor: where an open window allows fresh air, an open mind allows fresh thought. But, experience tells us if we don’t put a screen up over the window opening, we are likely to get some bugs in with the fresh air. The same principle applies to an open mind; we had better have a screen over the opening. Most of us do. We screen current events through our own personal processor, a screen that we call a 'worldview'.
In the case of a Christian, our worldview is (or should be) based on scripture. Hence the term “biblical worldview.” It allows for plenty of fresh thought, without the bugs.
For starters, the Book of Proverbs is the prime example of “Wisdom Literature.” Proverbs 9:10 points out that “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” The beginning is a good place to begin.
For a good daily ‘screening’ of current events, I highly recommend Albert Mohler’s Daily Briefing. It’s available as an downloadable (.mp3) podcast, and also as an iPhone app. at the App Store. Following his annual summer break, he will be resuming his daily podcast on Tuesday, August 1, 2017.
Do you have an open mind? How effective is your screen?
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