How to Read Theology for All Its Worth: A Guide for Students

The Guide You Need to Read Theology Well.Too many Christians avoid reading theology for fear they wont understand it or out of a misconception that its only meant for the academic elite. Similarly students in introductory theology classes can feel overwhelmed by the concepts and terminology they encounter.Yet theology can be read with enjoyment and discernment. In How to Read Theology for All Its Worth professor author and devoted reader Karin Stetina introduces students to the basic skills of intelligent reading applied especially to theological works. Anyone whod like to read theology well whether a formal student or interested layperson will benefit from the simple steps Stetina outlines.Steps include:Identifying genreBecoming acquainted with the author and the context out of which he or she wroteDetermining a thesis and main argumentsHow to Read Theology for All Its Worth will equip readers not only to understand theology but also to insightfully engage authors ideas. With the basic tools in hand everyone can read with confidence and enjoy conversations with theological works.