Acknowledgments
Part I: Why Study Theology?
1. Entering the Conversation
2. To Know and Enjoy God: Becoming Wise
3. Theology as Pilgrimage
Part II: Characteristics of Faithful Theologians and Theology
4. The Inseparability of Life and Theology
5. Faithful Reason
6. Prayer and Study
7. Humility and Repentance
8. Suffering, Justice, and Knowing God
9. Tradition and Community
10. Love of Scripture
Name and Subject Index
Scripture Index
Kelly M. Kapic is professor of theological studies at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia. He earned a Ph.D. in systematic and historical theology at King's College, University of London (United Kingdom) and an M.Div. at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. He is the author or editor of eight books, including God So Loved He Gave, Communion with God, and Mapping Modern Theology.
"[O]ne can hope that professors will assign this book to first-year
seminary students. It is the perfect sort of book for the spiritual
formation class that many of the SBC seminaries require, and yet
even seasoned theologians will be refreshed by it. I am confident
that it will be successful in awakening many from their spiritual
dogmatic slumbers."
*A. Blake White, Southwestern Journal of Theology, 56.2*
"A Little Book for New Theologians would make an outstanding text
for introductory level undergraduate courses in theology, or for
the continuing education of any adult desirous of a high quality
inlet into this most excellent and exciting of disciplines. More
seasoned students of theology will also discover much to be
commended. . . . An able and earnest invitation to advance with
increasing skill and integrity toward the end for which we were
made—namely, knowing, worshiping and enjoying god."
*John C. Clark, Trinity Journal, December 2013*
"In his latest book, Kelly Kapic's contagious passion for embracing
the life-transforming potential for the discipline of theology
captivated my attention, even in the first few pages. He inspires a
renewed value and fresh perspective, arguing that the committed
Christian cannot afford to discount theological study. . . . A
Little Book for New Theologians is a 'must read' for the new or
seasoned theologian. It provides a solid anchor for the nature of
theological study."
*Ava Oleson, Encounter: Journal for Pentecostal Ministry, Fall
2013, Vol. 10*
"This book delivers on its promise to explain why and how to study
theology. . . . Kapic offers much wisdom in a small package. This
book could be given as a gift to someone embarking on the study of
theology, used as a guide for small group study or mentoring
relationships, or even chosen as a required text for an
introductory theology class."
*Mary L. VandenBerg, Calvin Theological Journal, April 2013*
"New theologians can learn a lot from it, and if it challenges them
in some places, then so much the better."
*Gerald Bray, Themelios, November 2012*
"This concise guide, perfect for college and seminary students,
offers gentle wisdom for beginners in the field."
*ByFaith Magazine, Quarter 3, 2012*
"In a very short book [Kapic] draws on sources as diverse as the
church fathers (Anselm, Origen of Alexandria, Augustine, Gregory
Nazianzus), the writers on contemporary religion books (C.S. Lewis
and Miroslav Volf), and the Book of Common Prayer used in the
Episcopal Church. Worship is a central theme of the book because it
is central to those who would be leaders in a church. His chapters
on prayer and good knowledge of the Bible are central to teaching
others how to live in and lead a church. . . . This book has appeal
to anyone interested in a foundation in theology."
*Publishers Weekly, August 13, 2012*
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