Quotes about Theology

Some Jews and Muslims accuse Christians of being idolatrous for believing in the Trinity. My response to both groups is that they fundamentally misunderstand the Christian understanding of the Trinity.

Every one of us loves Pauline theology, but few of us want Pauline pain.

If somebody postulates the existence of more than one god, I would have to say we don't worship the same god. If somebody says that God is basically one with the world, I would also have to say we don't worship the same god.

The result has been that although few conservative Presbyterian churches actually worship in the Puritan way, the Puritan theology of worship remains the standard orthodoxy among them. This discrepancy sometimes leads to guilty consciences.

This is what Jesus had in mind: folks coming together, forming close-knit communities and meeting each other's needs-- no kings, no major welfare systems, no presidents necessary. His is a theology and practice for the people of God, not a set of suggestions for empire.

When our theology gets in the way of loving our neighbors, it's time to rethink our theology.

she was tempted to give up on God because she couldn't reconcile her doctrine with her deity. She

God's love and justice are much more dynamic than many of our theologies allow for.

There are far too many Christians who believe that theological conformity is a prerequisite for community.

Put the Protestant flint and the Catholic steel together, and you will kindle a fire that will burn all around the world.

I do not believe in the God of theology who rewards good and punishes evil.

Unless God is participating in this holy activity, we must reject his love.