Chapter 1: The Task of Christian Theology

1. What meanings does the word "theology" have?

The term "theology" refers to the study of God. The name "theology" comes from the
Greek roots theosandlogos, which means "God" and "speaking." Theology is more
accurately defined as "language concerning God." Other religious communities' views
can also be considered theology.

2. What is the relation between religious beliefs and religious practices and feelings?

Religion is a collection of ideas, practices, including experiences which characterize

human-divinity relationships; this is all a part of spiritual experience. Believers exercise
their faith at religious institutions and show their Christian sentiments in everyday life.

3. How are faith and reason related to a mature religious experience?

4. What are the characteristics of good Christian theology?

5. What are the major Christian doctrines and how are they related to each other?

Chapter 2: Divine Revelation

1. Why is revelation necessary for a knowledge of God?

2. In what ways has God revealed himself to human beings?

3. What are the essential features of prophetic inspiration?

4. What are the major arguments for and against biblical inerrancy?

5. What factors led to the formation of the New Testament canon?

6. What steps must be taken to interpret a biblical passage correctly?