Tag Archives: Invitation to Christian Theology
Questions for Reflection on the Doctrine of Sin
Do we sin because we are sinners, or are we sinners because we sin? Christian theology affirms that redemption is wrapped up in the historical event of the life, execution, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. Does a historical redemption … Continue reading
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Questions for Reflection on The Created World
What have you learned about the nature of God that makes sense of your experience of God’s creation? Or, what would you expect to learn is true about creation because of what you know about the nature of God? Why … Continue reading
Christian Theology: What? Why? How?
What do we mean when we say Christian theology? First, let’s look at this word theology. It comes from two Greek words: theos + logos. Logos is the Greek concept of reason or rationality. It is the word that in … Continue reading
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Questions for Reflection on The Doctrine of God
Do you think of God as more transcendent/holy (set apart)/mysterious/ ineffable or as immanent/near/relatable? What passages of scripture, teachings, or experiences have contributed to this conception of God? What is God’s most essential attribute? What has shaped your view of … Continue reading
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Questions for Reflection on Christian Theology
Brainstorm: What comes to mind when you hear the word theology? In your opinion, what is the point in Christian theology at which we just have to throw up our hands and say “it’s a mystery”? What are the sources … Continue reading
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