Theology for the Church Divine Incomprehensibility with Ronni Kurtz
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Feb 10, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Ronni Kurtz, a theology professor at Cedarville University and author of "Light Unapproachable," delves into the theme of divine incomprehensibility. He explores how our limitations in understanding God should inspire joy rather than despair. Kurtz underscores the importance of theological humility and the role of prayer in seeking deeper knowledge. He also discusses key biblical narratives and the balance between God's transcendence and our attempts to know Him, emphasizing the value of historical theology in contemporary understanding.
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Frustration and Thrill of Incomprehensibility
- Divine incomprehensibility is both frustrating and thrilling.
- It's frustrating because we yearn to understand God fully, yet thrilling because his infinite nature ensures endless exploration.
Misconceptions about Incomprehensibility
- Avoid these misconceptions about incomprehensibility: It doesn't mean we can't have positive knowledge of God.
- It's also not solely an effect of the Fall; it's rooted in the creator-creature distinction.
Two Ditches to Avoid
- Christians face a double temptation: making God so explainable that mystery is lost or emphasizing mystery so much that theological contemplation becomes impossible.
- These lead to theological despair or idolatry, respectively.
