Who Needs Theology? An Invitation to the Study of God

To many Christians, theology is something alien, overly intellectual and wholly unappealing. Even seminary students are known to balk at the prospect of a course on theology. Yet theology---most simply, the knowledge of God---is essential to the life and health of the church.

In this short introduction, Stanley Grenz and Roger Olson, two theologians who care deeply about the witness of ordinary Christians and the ministry of the church, show what theology is, what tools theology uses, why every believer (advanced degrees or not) is a theologian and how the theological enterprise can be productive and satisfying. Their clear, easily understood book is ideal for students, church study groups, and individual Christians who want to strengthen understanding, belief, and commitment by coming to know God more fully.

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Reviewed by Ricardo Rocha (Las Vegas, NV), August 12, 2009

If you are starting your theology endeavor this is a great book for you. Grenz and Olson start from the scratch opening our eyes to the truth that everyone is a theologian, the matter is what kind of theologian are we and what kind of theology do we make? They also explore the theology’s task, tradition and tools to build a contextualized bridge to our context.

Reviewed by Stephen Zuber (Shanghai), July 08, 2009

This book is very sound, readable, and affordable. It's a great introduction into how to think theologically. It doesn't get into specific Christian doctrines.

Reviewed by Michael Garrison (Butler, PA), February 08, 2008

This text links concentric circles of Biblical premise, historical-heritage element, and cultural consideration to help the reader form a practical view of study that presents the Christian message. Clearly written with well-chosen examples, this text is approachable to the seeker and reminds the more advanced Theological student of the study's intended simplicity.

Reviewed by Steven Taylor (Nashua, NH), February 20, 2001

A rich commonsense look at something we all do; think and talk about God. The mystery of theology is stripped away; theology is "Faith Seeking Understanding." From the newest believer to the greatest theologian can learn from the simple book.

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