Doubt, Faith, and Certainty

Doubt, Faith, and Certainty

by Anthony C . Thiselton (Author)

Synopsis

Pastoral reflections on doubt from an internationally respected theologian

In this book celebrated theologian Anthony Thiselton provides clarity on three complicated and long-misunderstood theological concepts that raise urgent practical, pastoral problems for Christians: doubt, faith, and certainty. According to Thiselton, doubt is not always bad, faith can have different meanings in different circumstances, and certainty is fragile.

Drawing on his expertise in the fields of exegesis and hermeneutics, biblical studies, and the history of Christian thought, Thiselton works his way through the labyrinth of past definitions while offering better, more nuanced theological understandings of doubt, faith, and certainty. The result is a book that speaks profoundly to existential concerns.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 168
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
Published: 30 Apr 2017

ISBN 10: 0802873537
ISBN 13: 9780802873538

Media Reviews
Steven L. Porter-- Biola University -At a time when many religious believers are clinging ever more tightly to their beliefs, Thiselton ably defends a positive place for doubt in Christian faith that looks forward to certainty. For Thiselton, doubt involves the humility to rethink one's position, consider viable alternatives, and thereby deepen one's faith while awaiting the certainty of the eschaton. Engaging an impressive array of contemporary and historical thinkers, Thiselton has provided rich material for serious reflection.-
Author Bio
Anthony C. Thiselton is professor emeritus of Christian theology at the University of Nottingham, England.