What is theological education for? In times of tumult, transition, and upheaval, returning to this most basic question can provide guidance for what we’re doing. Likely, all of us would agree that the pursuit of learning—some type of knowing—is at the heart of theological education. But given that the subject matter of theological education centers upon the triune God, the type of knowledge we are after is one that draws the closest possible relationship between knowing and loving. In this lecture, we will explore the Pauline relationship between knowledge and love as it pertains to the goal of human existence, how we read Scripture and do theology, and how we use knowledge and learning for the good of others.

The views and opinions expressed in this lecture are those of the speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Carl F.H. Henry Center for Theological Understanding or of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.