Whenever we read, think, hear or say anything about God, we are doing theology. Yet theology isn't just a matter of what we think. It affects who we are. In the tradition of Helmut Thielicke's A Little Exercise for Young Theologians, Kelly Kapic offers a concise introduction to the study of theology for newcomers to the field. He highlights the value and importance of theological study and explains its unique nature as a serious discipline. Not only concerned with content and method, Kapic explores the skills, attitudes and spiritual practices needed by those who take up the discipline. This brief, clear and lively primer draws out the relevance of theology for Christian life, worship, mission, witness and more. "Theology is about life," writes Kapic. "It is not a conversation our souls can afford to avoid." - Publisher.
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Short Review: This a very good little book of advice for seminary students, pastors and lay people that like to dabble in theology. It is also good for those that are resistant to the label of ‘theology'. The first three chapters are the why we should do theology. Kapic is very broad. Essentially he says every time we speak of God we are doing theology. So just embrace the role. The next 7 chapters are advice chapters. These are not advice like a professor would give you from a podium. Rather these are the types of advice that a beloved mentor or pastor would give you as you are sharing a cup of coffee or a regular walk together.
This is well worth reading.
My full review is at my blog at http://bookwi.se/a-little-book-for-new-theologians/
