Evangelical Quote by Roger E. Olson
““I once informed a leading evangelical theologian that his newly published systematic theology is thoroughly Arminian even though he never uses the term. His response was, “Yes, but don’t tell anyone!””
About This Quote
Source Article: Theological Journal, 2015
A theologian’s work aligns with Arminianism despite avoiding the label; secrecy hints at doctrinal politics.
In simple terms: Theologian’s hidden Arminian stance.
Key Takeaway
Recognize implicit theological positions.
Themes
theology
doctrinal politics
transparency
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
academic
critical
When to use this quote
- academic conferences
- church teaching
- public debates
Key Concepts
systematic theology
ecumenical dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might scholars hide doctrinal labels?
- How does transparency affect theological discourse?
A Different Perspective
May foster distrust; secrecy can undermine credibility.
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