One thing that is very helpful here is the constant evaluation we are forced to make of our perspective or worldview. We have to decide why we do the things we do or feel the way we feel. One of MLC’s primary tasks is to help us to develop a biblically sound worldview. And this affects every area of our life. I’m starting to realize that I can live my life in a much more purposeful way or in such a way that better falls in line with my claimed worldview.
For example, if I believe the Bible, then I believe that it is wrong to oppress people. If I believe that oppressing people is wrong and I found out that the coffee bean industry fosters oppression of peasants in countries across the world (I don’t know that it does. It’s just an example), then I would stop buying coffee.
Or, if I realize that God wants all people to know about Him, then that will become a purpose of my life. And that would play itself out at Wal-Mart, in business, at school, etc.
Also, I think in a biblical worldview priorities are determined by God, not me. Even though I really really like to drink coffee, I stop because God’s will trumps my desires. Even though I’m nervous about sharing with people because I might lose a friend, business, or respect, I do it because it is important to God.
I guess it all comes down to who I put first: me or God.
I think that most of your readers would be interested to know if the White’s drink coffee.
B. Wayne