[Theology] may be defined, the doctrine or science of the…
![“[Theology] may be defined, the doctrine or science of the truth which is according to godliness, and which God has revealed to man that he may know God and divine things, may believe on Him and may through faith perform to Him the acts of love, fear, honour, worship and obedience, and obtain…” quote by James Arminius](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/bec/james-arminius-73326_acts-of-love_theology-may-be-defined-the-doctrine-or_1335619.jpg)
““[Theology] may be defined, the doctrine or science of the truth which is according to godliness, and which God has revealed to man that he may know God and divine things, may believe on Him and may through faith perform to Him the acts of love, fear, honour, worship and obedience, and obtain blessedness from Him through union with Him, to the divine glory... On this account, theology is not a theoretical science or doctrine, but a practical one, requiring the action of the whole man, according to all and each of it's parts -- an action of the most transcendent description, answerable to the excellence of the object as far as the human capacity will permit.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Theology should be lived out practically, integrating belief with love, fear, honor, worship, and obedience, not just abstract doctrine.
In simple terms: Theology is practical faith in action.
Key Takeaway
Live your faith through love and obedience.
Themes
faith
practicality
spirituality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- personal devotion
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
divine union
human capacity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody theological principles daily?
- What obstacles hinder practical faith?
A Different Perspective
Faith may be limited by human understanding and capacity.