Faith Thinking: The Dynamics of Christian Theology

by Trevor A. Hart

I know of no better current introduction to the study of theology than Dr. Hart's lucid, meaty and appetizing book. Stephen Sykes 'Faith Thinking' is a lively, provocative and most welcome book...contending for a dynamic way of doing theology that neither abandons thinking nor the life of the believing community. Richard Holloway Dr. Hart addresses fundamental questions about the nature of theology and theological method...and his style is clear and eminently readable. Anthony Thiselton There are few more important questions for theology today than that of its own character and status. In this important and wide-ranging book, Trevor Hart articulates and defends a robust thesis about its respectability, integrity and independence. Colin Gunton Trevor Hart is Professor of Divinity and Principal of St. Mary's College at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland.

Genres: Theology

248 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Norman Styers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Academic style requires thick prose, but there are enough glints in this book to wish that I could sit down with Hart for a chat. Good insights, well argued.

[Darren Sapp · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not an easy read. Heavy academic writing with long sentences. However, the author provides a full treatment of how we think regarding theology.

[Jon Beadle · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is rare when a book on theology, which seeks to take the concerns of post-modernity seriously, does so with such passion and honesty. It was hard in the beginning but that was a preparation for the beauty to unfold over issues on the authority of scripture, the restoration of faith in theology, and the kind of locating the church should do in this day and age. I LOVED it and I would heartily recommend this book to anyone looking to go deeper in 'faith seeking understanding.' Onward!

[Katharine · Rating 5 out of 5]

A tough but rewarding read. Hart starts with a philosophical review of how we can know anything. He then relates this to how we arrive at spiritual beliefs. There are some very provocative ideas in this book. I gained new insights on how to apply my intellect to my faith and how the two aren't in conflict with each other.