Paradigms in the Bible, what kind of title is that? Am I implying that there are really paradigms in the Bible? You might not think that there are paradigms present in the Bible but the Bible is full of paradigms. People’s paradigms kept them from seeing what was really happening to them or understanding the teachings of God. Many times, they were unable to see the reality right in front of their eyes. There are all kinds of places in the Bible where it says that people had ears but could not hear and eyes but could not see. Their hearts were hardened so they were unable to understand or believe what they saw or heard. The word eyes or eye appears in the Bible more than 500 times. Many times, the Bible states that their eyes were opened. Humankind has a long history of not being able to see something right in front of them.

Evidently, God must think that perception and understanding of what you see in the world and most especially what you perceive from God is extremely important to living a life that God desires for you. You may learn a new meaning or insight into a Bible verse or story by looking at it from a different point of view or paradigm. Your unique paradigm determines how you see and perceive the world around you. Every person, business, country, and organization has a particular paradigm. Your vision, perception, and what types of things you spend time observing, reading, an educating yourself determines the person you become.

Dr. James E. Croley III is a respected eye surgeon and a Christian. He is the author of two books, Believing is Seeing and The Blinding of America. Order copies for your family and friends today.