Survey research in practical theology and congregational studies by C. Hermans, W. J. Schoeman

“…The aim is to explore the use of survey research in practical theology and congregational studies. First, we shall describe survey research as a methodology, in order to explain its relevance as an empirical method for doing practical theology. …”
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Learning theological ethics through the Heidelberg Catechism by D. F. Ottati

“… This article looks to the logic of grace and gratitude in the Heidelberg Catechism (HC) in order to examine a disposing pattern of sensibility and affection as well as four lessons for a contemporary Protestant theological ethic. It also suggests a revision of the catechism’s basic theology in light of the current ecological crisis and in conjunction with a theocentric strand in Reformed theologies of creation. …”
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Transformation, theology and the public university in South Africa by R. Venter

“… This article addresses a specific issue, namely the ramifications for theology practised at a public university under (post)-apartheid conditions. …”
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Is it possible to do theology without philosophical presuppositions? by D. F. M. Strauss

“… Particularly in connection with the doctrine of God the unavoidability of philosophical presuppositions becomes apparent. The uncritical theological practice to speak about a concept of God is in need of the epistemological distinction between concept and idea, which is philosophical in nature. …”
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Common grace as theological encouragement for interreligious dialogue by T. Salurante, D. Kristanto, M. Wibowo

“…Thus, common grace could be a theological encouragement for interreligious dialogue toward mutual enrichment. …”
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Mark. A theological exposition of sacred Scripture by C.C. Caragounis

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Review essay: On the state of the debate in ecological theology by E. M. Conradie

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Post-foundational practical theology as correlational hermeneutic by B. Macallan, H. J. Hendriks

“… The article argues that Practical Theology has moved from the uncertainty of simply being applied theology to a point where its methodology, described as the pastoral cycle in this instance, has gained such confidence that it is viewed as the natural way of doing theology. …”
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PURSUING THE IDEAL OF INTEGRATION IN PENTECOSTAL THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION: by D. Quampah, M. Naidoo

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BLUE THEOLOGY AND WATERSHED DISCIPLESHIP IN SOUTH AFRICA

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The Heidelberg Catechism: elements for a theology of care by F. de Lange

“…Though there are strong affinities with theological anthropology, the ethics of care still lacks a theological framework. …”
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The Concise History of the Theological Journal “Polonia Sacra” by Henryk Sławiński

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PLAYFUL SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY: TOWARD TRANSFORMING ACTION by A. Stavnichuk

Subjects: “…Systematic Theology…”
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Making connections: Integrative theological education in Africa by G.A. Duncan

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Theology of Creation and Beauty: Kohelet 3:11 by Tibor Máhrik, Roman Králik

“…The hermeneutic of the text Kohelet 3:11, which defines beauty as a characteristic feature of all being in the context of creation theology, is utilised to focus on the typical tension between beauty as an immanent feature of the real world and the human desire to fully understand and capture it. …”
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SEARCHING FOR GOD: THEOLOGY, IMAGINATION, BEAUTY AND THE ARTS by G.E. Thiessen

“… This article offers a brief introduction on the development of, and key themes in the dialogue and interdisciplinary subject of faith, theology and the arts. It includes an outline of how the arts have become a central focus in contemporary theology as well as a historical review of how art is no longer viewed as ancilla theologiae but has its own and equal place regarding theology. …”
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Sword of Heaven : Political Theology in Measure for Measure by Richard Wilson

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Space, trinity and city: a theological exploration by R. Venter

“… The article addresses the neglect of space in theology. It is argued that any retrieval of space requires a transcendent referent and practical application. …”
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The hermeneutical concepts of Minjung theology in historical perspective by Y.S. Cho

Subjects: “…Concept of Minjung theology…”
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Research in theology in the digital age: opportunities and limitations by A. C. Neele

“… Digital text repositories in the field of theology and history, including the works of John Calvin (1509-1564), are promising tools assisting scholars with comprehensive search capabilities, collaborative projects, annotations, and editing options. …”
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