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Invitation to Theology A Guide to Study, Conversation and Practice

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ISBN-10: 0830815627

ISBN-13: 9780830815623

Edition: 2001

Authors: Michael Jinkins

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Are you intimidated by theology? Confused? Bored?Michael Jinkins knows it doesn't have to be that way. "Theology is our critical and prayerful reflection on the totality of life," he writes. "We all do theology on a regular basis, whether or not we are conscious of the fact."In Invitation to Theology Jinkins offers a knowledgeable, helpful and caring guide to walk you through the basics of the Christian faith. Following the pattern of the ancient summary of the Christian faith, the Apostles' Creed, Jinkins highlights the key doctrines of God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, humanity, church, salvation and resurrection. He cuts a clear path through theological terms, traditions and debates.…    
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Book details

List price: $35.00
Copyright year: 2001
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Publication date: 1/26/2001
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 278
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.80" tall
Weight: 0.836
Language: English

Michael Jinkins is President and Professor of Theology at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. He is the author of several books, including Called to Be Human, Invitation to Psalms, and Letters to New Pastors.

Foreword
Introduction
The Vitality of Christian Community
The Theme of Our Course
Christology and Chronology
A Subversive Theology
Acknowledgments
What's the Use of Theology?
The Trap of Measurability
The Trap of Utility
The Value of Theology
Homework Assignments
Methods in the Madness
Theology as an Act of Faith
Theology as Science
Some Methods in the Madness
Applying the ""Who"" Question
Homework Assignments
I Believe in God
The Truth Will Set You Free
Theological Omelets and the Str