Pastor Writer: Conversations on Reading, Writing, and the Christian Life

Dr. Kevin Vanhoozer — Doing Theology as a Writer

Oct 9, 2019
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ANECDOTE

The Evangelist as Artist

  • Kevin Vanhoozer learned from Bob Gundry that biblical writers were both theologians and literary artists.
  • This realization connected his love for reading with his theological studies, influencing his approach to scripture and doctrine.
INSIGHT

Imagination in Theology

  • The King James Bible's negative portrayal of "imagination" has created a misconception about its role in theology.
  • Imagination is a crucial cognitive faculty for relating parts to wholes, essential for systematic theology.
INSIGHT

Theology and Culture

  • Theology seeks to understand God's word in relation to God's world, including culture.
  • Culture cultivates the human spirit, shaping worldviews and influencing our understanding of ultimate concerns.
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