The Intelligent Christian

Abstract Stuff

What we think with is fundamental to what we think about. (Fundamentalists might want to give this some serious thought!)

If we say something 'sounds logical' or exhibits 'common sense' we are not just talking about the 'something', we are also telling our listeners what our views of logic and common sense are. But we seldom realize this. It is important to have this clear in our minds when we engage in such conversations and it is a courtesy to explain our thinking tools to avoid talking at crossed purposes.

It is also important not to agree too quickly with people who make such references because it is very easy to get fooled and end up giving our assent (and often our money and our loyalty) to something that is wrong.

Most readers will have heard about chaos, complexity and so on. These developments in thinking and perception have some useful application in theology. Bear in mind it is a recurring theme in this website that those who wish to do theology must also do ministry. We refer to the Lord's instruction in Luke 14:13

However, we also take the position that theology done today must take into account the developments explored in this section.

Jesus is Lord

'Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.'