How many American kids are on track to develop a biblical worldview? According to a recent and extensive worldview research study conducted by renowned researcher and bestselling author Dr. George Barna, in collaboration with the Family Research Council and Arizona Christian University’s Cultural Research Center, the answer is — not many.
Based on the research, Barna identified seven specific beliefs, known as the “Seven Cornerstones of a Biblical Worldview,” that significantly increase the likelihood that an individual will develop a biblical worldview. Even though these beliefs do not constitute a complete biblical worldview, they provide a very strong foundation for developing that philosophy of life. Individuals who embrace all seven cornerstones, Barna found, have an astounding 83% chance of developing a complete biblical worldview. Those who reject even one of the pillars have only a 2% likelihood.
So, what are the seven cornerstones and what percentage of kids adhere to each?
All new data, alluded to but not included in Barna’s recently released book, Raising Spiritual Champions, revealed:
• 69% believe God exists and is the all-knowing, all-powerful, perfect Creator and ruler of the universe.
• 36% believe that as a sinner, the only solution to the consequenc ...
