The Craft of Innovative Theology: Argument and Process

The Craft of Innovative Theology: Argument and Process is a comprehensive collection of resources that guide students of theology through the process of preparing and writing creative research-oriented material. It includes papers written by distinguished scholars on topics such as theodicy, evolution, artificial intelligence, and baptism, with annotations to assist with the appreciation of the methodology and style used by the authors. The book is an excellent resource for postgraduate theology and research methods courses and will also be valuable for students preparing to write a Masters thesis or begin shaping their PhD dissertation topic.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 20 January 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

The Craft of Innovative Theology: Argument and Process is a comprehensive guide for students of theology seeking to develop and write creative, research-oriented material. This text provides a thorough examination of the process of producing and writing innovative theological theses and projects, offering insights into how to craft elegant, thought-provoking research-oriented articles.

Through a collection of papers written by distinguished scholars, the text showcases numerous examples of exceptional creative writing on diverse topics such as theodicy, evolution, artificial intelligence, and baptism. Each article includes an introduction by the editor, which serves as a guide for the student and highlights the unique qualities of the work. Additionally, the articles are annotated to provide further assistance in understanding the methodology and style employed by the author.

The Craft of Innovative Theology is designed to assist theology students in improving their research writing skills to a level that prepares them for advanced studies, such as a Masters thesis or PhD dissertation. It is also an invaluable resource for a research methods course in a graduate program.

The book incorporates a wide range of works that cover various aspects of theology and provide insights into the latest developments in the field. Some of the key topics explored include:

A comprehensive introduction to God and the Incarnation, exploring the various ways in which people know God and the significance of religious pluralism in understanding God.

An exploration of God and church, examining issues such as racial stigma, the southern Baptist public discourse in the twentieth century, and the appropriateness of baptizing artificial intelligence.

A discussion of God and the world, exploring the origins of humanity and the direction in which we are heading, as well as the challenges posed by biological evolution to Christian theology.

A treatment of God and ethics, delving into the concept of sin and the various faces of responsibility.

This book is an essential resource for students of postgraduate theology who are eager to develop their analytical and critical thinking skills and explore innovative theological ideas. It offers a wealth of knowledge and insights that will assist students in developing their own research projects and contributing to the field of theology.

Weight: 578g
Dimension: 178 x 255 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119601555