__Knowing the Unknowable God__   
"Mystery is one of the most overworked words in the Christian vocabulary, and yet it's essential whenever we dare to speak about the God who is, as Luther says, both hidden and revealed. This book is both an invitation to contemplation and an exercise in humility. Boyer and Hall bring together theology and spirituality in a way that will help both seasoned travelers and new pilgrims on the road of faith."  
--__Timothy George__, Beeson Divinity School, Samford University; general editor, Reformation Commentary on Scripture  
  
"Rightly understood, mystery is a powerful and liberating theological reality. Boyer and Hall skillfully explore the wonderful truth of mystery, employing such topics as the incarnation, salvation, and prayer as examples of how it works in the church's confession and practice. In these pages there is real wisdom."  
--__Kelly M. Kapic__, Covenant College  
  
"This is a welcome volume: a clearly written, insightful approach to a difficult theological topic. I especially appreciated--and learned from--its taxonomy of mysteries and its idea that as a theological category, mystery should be understood in revelational and dimensional terms. Those terms nicely clarify and thematize what's distinctive about a Christian understanding of mystery and do so in a way that will resonate with many of the book's readers."  
--__Kevin Hector__, The University of Chicago Divinity School  
  
"The Mystery of God is a refreshing challenge to evangelicals to reject rationalistic approaches to faith while at the same time learn humbly from the Great Tradition. Boyer and Hall mine riches from the fathers that will help their readers appreciate the beauty of the Triune God and the orthodox tradition in which he is found."  
--__Gerald R. McDermott__, Roanoke College; coauthor, The Theology of Jonathan Edwards   
"A fine Protestant theological treatment of mystery in theology is long overdue, and Boyer and Hall have provided it."  
--__Roger E. Olson__, George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University

__Steven D. Boyer__ (PhD, Boston University) is professor of theology at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pennsylvania. __Christopher A. Hall__ (PhD, Drew University) is the president of Renovaré. He previously taught at Eastern University, has authored a number of books, and is associate editor of the Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture. Hall is also an editor at large for Christianity Today.

__Christianity Today 2014 Book Award Winner__ How can I know God if he is incomprehensible? Is it possible to know God in a way that takes seriously the fact that he is beyond knowledge? Steven Boyer and Christopher Hall argue that the "mystery of God" has a rightful place in theological discourse. They contend that considering divine incomprehensibility invites reverence and humility in our thinking and living as Christians and clarifies a variety of theological topics.  
  
The authors begin by investigating the biblical, historical, and practical foundations for understanding the mystery of God. They then spell out its implications for theological issues and practices such as the incarnation, salvation, and prayer, rooting knowledge of God in a concrete life of faith. Evangelical yet ecumenical, this book will appeal to theology students, pastors, church leaders, and all who want intellectual and practical guidance for knowing the unknowable God.

Argues that the "mystery of God" has a rightful place in theological discourse and considers its impact on a variety of theological issues and practices.

__Contents__ Introduction  
__Part 1: The Sun__ 1. The Meaning of Mystery  
2. The Necessity of Mystery  
3. The History of Mystery  
4. The Knowledge of Mystery  
__Part 2: The Landscape__ 5. The Mystery of the Trinity  
6. The Incarnation  
7. Mystery and Salvation  
8. Mystery and the Life of Prayer  
9. Mystery and World Religions  
Epilogue: Seeking, Finding, and Seeking  
Indexes

\["For theology students and church leaders seeking insight", "Addresses the challenge of understanding the incomprehensible", "You will deepen your faith and reverence for God"\]

This eBook explores the profound mystery of knowing God.

Boyer, Steven D. ;Hall, Christopher A.

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Endorsements

Dedication

Introduction

Part 1: The Sun

1 The Meaning of Mystery

2 The Necessity of Mystery

3 The History of Mystery

4 The Knowledge of Mystery

Part 2: The Landscape

5 The Mystery of the Trinity

6 The Mystery of the Incarnation

7 Mystery and Salvation

8 Mystery and the Life of Prayer

9 Mystery and World Religions

Epilogue

Notes

Subject Index

Scripture Index

Back Cover

How can I know God if he is incomprehensible? Is it possible to know God in a way that takes seriously the fact that he is beyond knowledge? Steven Boyer and Christopher Hall argue that the"mystery of God" has a rightful place in theological discourse. They contend that considering divine incomprehensibility invites reverence and humility in our thinking and living as Christians and clarifies a variety of theological topics.  
  
The authors begin by investigating the biblical, historical, and practical foundations for understanding the mystery of God. They then spell out its implications for theological issues and practices such as the incarnation, salvation, and prayer, rooting knowledge of God in a concrete life of faith. Evangelical yet ecumenical, this book will appeal to theology students, pastors, church leaders, and all who want intellectual and practical guidance for knowing the unknowable God.

"The Mystery of God" explores divine incomprehensibility and its implications for theology. Ideal for students and church leaders seeking a deeper understanding of faith and practice.

\["For theology students and church leaders seeking depth", "Clarifies understanding of God's incomprehensibility", "You will grow in reverence and humility towards God"\]

This insightful book explores how to understand God’s mystery in our lives.

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