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Apostolic Quote by R. C. Sproul

“To be a Christian is to be a theologian-a student of God and his will. The contemporary disdain for theological content and emphasis on self-image and emotions were not shared by the apostolic church.” quote by R. C. Sproul
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“To be a Christian is to be a theologian-a student of God and his will. The contemporary disdain for theological content and emphasis on self-image and emotions were not shared by the apostolic church.”

R. C. Sproul

About This Quote

Source Book: Systematic Theology, 1995

Christian faith requires disciplined study of divine will, not merely emotional experience.

In simple terms: Faith is a study, not just feeling.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize theological education.

Themes

faith theology discipline

Mood

reflective serious

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • personal devotion
  • seminary training

Key Concepts

spiritual formation doctrine religious practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role should emotion play in faith?
  • How can study deepen belief?
A Different Perspective

Emotional experience alone may lack doctrinal depth.

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