Introduction If you understand software, you know that a running application is not an isolated thing. What you see on the screen is the visible result of many layers working together. A program depends on: Source code Compilers and interpreters Operating systems Hardware Electrical power Physical laws If any foundational layer is removed, the application ceases to function. The Bible presents a similar view of human existence. A person is not self-sustaining. We exist within layers of dependence that ultimately lead back to God. "For in Him we live and move and have our being." (Acts 17:28) The Christian life can be understood as discovering the identity, purpose, and design that originate from God. Part 1: Understanding Identity Through Software Design Every Program Has an Intended Purpose When a software engineer creates a program, they begin with intent. Examples: A web server is designed to serve requests. A database is designed to store and retrieve information. A graph...