Do Americans think theologically?
Jurgen moltmann a German theologian once contrasted his experience of teaches In American with that of Europe. Thought he is reflecting on an experience almost 50 years old It sheds light nature of theological thought.
moltmann: in Germany the students asked questions like "what is the church? That is to ask what is the essence of the church. In America the students asked questions like "how do you run a church?"
He is right most Christians do love our theology to be practical and not bogged down with things like truth. Theology in America has been guided for far to long by the forces of pragmatism and rugged individualism. I think we watch to much DIY TV.. (that is - Do It Yourself TV).
Lord, may one day our questions seek the deep "why" and our hearts long for solid answers and not just the temporary "how to" answers so common to most.. Amen.
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