Christianity Today 2014 Book Award Winner How can I know God if he is incomprehensible? Is it possible to know God in a way that takes seriously the fact that he is beyond knowledge? Steven Boyer and Christopher Hall argue that the "mystery of God" has a rightful place in theological discourse. They contend that considering divine incomprehensibility invites reverence and humility in our thinking and living as Christians and clarifies a variety of theological topics. The authors begin by investigating the biblical, historical, and practical foundations for understanding the mystery of God. They then spell out its implications for theological issues and practices such as the incarnation, salvation, and prayer, rooting knowledge of God in a concrete life of faith. Evangelical yet ecumenical, this book will appeal to theology students, pastors, church leaders, and all who want intellectual and practical guidance for knowing the unknowable God.
About the AuthorSteven D. Boyer (PhD, Boston University) is professor of theology at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pennsylvania.
Christopher A. Hall (PhD, Drew University) is the president of Renovare. He previously taught at Eastern University, has authored a number of books, and is associate editor of the Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture. Hall is also an editor at large for
Christianity Today.
AwardsWinner of Christianity Today Book Award (Theology/Ethics) 2014.
Book InformationISBN 9780801027734
Author Christopher A. HallFormat Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing GroupPublisher Baker Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 428g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 165mm * 17mm