Believe Quote by Helmut Thielicke
“I don't believe that God is a fussy faultfinder in dealing with theological ideas. He who provides forgiveness for a sinful life will also surely be a generous judge of theological reflection. Even an orthodox theologian can be spiritually dead, while perhaps a heretic crawls on forbidden bypaths to the sources of life.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology of Grace, 1965
God is not a petty judge; forgiveness accompanies generous theological judgment, while orthodoxy can be spiritually dead and heresy may lead to life.
In simple terms: God forgives, judges generously; orthodoxy can be dead.
Key Takeaway
Seek generous theological reflection.
Themes
theology
forgiveness
judgment
orthodoxy
heresy
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal faith
- theological study
Key Concepts
spiritual vitality
doctrinal critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance doctrine and vitality?
- What role does forgiveness play in theology?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize heresy.
