Theology

Outreach in the Story of the Triune God

Theology is faith thinking coherently about the big biblical picture and our place in it.

The Image of God

The image of God is not only something in us or something true about us; it is something that exists between us and God.

Biblical Foundations for the Beatific Vision

Our allegiance to the Bible is a direct reflection of our allegiance to God, since the Scriptures are his breathed-out, authoritative words (2 Tim 3:16).

The Danger of Culture Devoid of Religion

Culture cannot sustain itself without a religious framework. Studying the poet Matthew Arnold helps us understand why.

Where Did the Idea of Monks Originate?

There are several misconceptions about monks. Here's a brief history of where the word originated.

Why Heaven Is a Lot Closer Than You Think

Jesus preached the good news that the kingdom of God is now available to us.

Revisiting Jesus’ Teachings on Heaven

John Ortberg: Eternity Is Now in Session

Learning to Read Theology Charitably

How do we read theology with a generous spirit of love for God and our neighbor?

How Heavenly-Mindedness Is Pivotal to Christianity

Christianity has been criticized of being too heavenly-minded to be of earthly good. Here's why that's not the case.

Letting Go of Who We Want God to Be

What do you do when the god you imagine isn't the God who is?

Who Was Mary From Magdala?

We don't know many details about Mary Magdalene, but here are the things we do know from Scripture and other sources.