Tag: theology

  • Good — the perpetual challenge of our darkest day

    Good — the perpetual challenge of our darkest day

    I always struggled with the name “Good Friday”. But it isn’t a question of whether it is accurate so much as what we think is being called good.

  • Trinity—the Three Personas of God

    Trinity—the Three Personas of God

    Much of how we seek to understand the Trinity involves defining the terms as if separation is essential to creation. It isn’t.

  • What is the point of theology?

    What is the point of theology?

    Theology has a reputation. It’s confusing, often conflicting, and full of arguments. So what is it actually for?

  • Trinity — dealing with three things at once

    Trinity — dealing with three things at once

    The doctrine of the Trinity is a uniquely Christian concept. But its value, in reminding us of our own limits, is invaluable.

  • The Beatitudes (Epiphany 4A)

    The Beatitudes (Epiphany 4A)

    This famous list of blessings is both beloved and often ignored. Because it is challenging to our status quo.

  • Incarnate—God enfleshed

    Incarnate—God enfleshed

    In the incarnation, God joins us in the mess. Ultimately, this is the work of life. And our most animating conviction.

  • Trinity — awe man, not theology!

    Trinity — awe man, not theology!

    The theological concept of the Trinity is unnecessarily (but intentionally) complex. But it doesn’t have to be.

  • The Trinity

    The doctrine of the Trinity may be the most recognizable signifier of the Christian faith. But what does it mean? And more importantly, what does that fact actually tell the world about us? God is Three. God is one. Trying to square that cir–er, um, triangle is both a perilous and frustrating task. So why…