TRUE CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY (GROWTH) (Luke 18:9-14; Gal. 6:1; Phil. 2:1-11; James 2:1-13) Since it speaks about God, faithful theology leads the theologian outward to consider God as he is revealed in his words and actions. Thus, theology must reflect God’s compassion and care for us and for our neighbors. If we are to pursue theology faithfully, we must contemplate the value God places on those who are most vulnerable and in need. We must be, in a word, anthroposensitive. Knowing and loving God leads us to love those he loves and to think and write theology accordingly. Theology that lacks compassion and action is no theology at all. “He defended the cause of the poor and needy, and so all went well. Is that not what it means to know me?” declares the Lord. Jeremiah 22:16 NIV - Kapic, Kelly M. A Little Book for New Theologians: Why and How to Study Theology If your pursuit of Christ and holiness causes you to look down on others and cast them aside because they seem less then spiritual, you have become like a Pharisee and not like Christ. - Unknown God commissioned us to make disciples and not social clubs.- Erwin Lutzer Great first intro class! Look forward to the next one, Biblical Exposition. The art of reading the Bible in context to understand the original intent (exegesis) and not picking and choosing scripture that supports ones personal bias (eisegesis).
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 14:25:30 +0000
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