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- Title
THE NEED FOR SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY IN THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION.
- Authors
Foord, Martin
- Abstract
Many have questioned whether systematic theology is necessary for training pastors. This paper argues that systematic theology is essential for pastoral ministry and therefore indispensable for training future pastors. The argument has two steps: Firstly, we explore the nature of theological education to show its ongoing need and purpose in the life of the church. And then secondly, we examine the character of systematic theology to demonstrate its necessity for everyday practical Christian living. Given these two conclusions, we then consider the place of systematic theology in theological education. And finally, we close by answering some common criticisms of systematic theology.
- Publication
Foundations: An International Journal of Evangelical Theology, 2020, Issue 78, p22
- ISSN
0144-378X
- Publication type
Academic Journal