Tag Archives: Karl Barth

Karl Barth and the nature of revelation

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Mel Wild

A problem I see with theology is there’s that which is made up of divine revelation given to us by God, and then there’s the stuff we’ve just made up. What I mean is, we’ve added human speculation and reasoning … Continue reading →

Posted in Theology | Tagged Bible, Christianity, general revelation, Jesus, Karl Barth, Special revelation | 13 Comments

Jesus Christ is how we understand God

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Mel Wild

Bill Johnson once succinctly stated that Jesus Christ is perfect theology. That maxim has informed my understanding of the nature of God for many years. It’s been a reoccurring theme on this blog. The implications are profound and transformational, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Father Heart of God, Identity, Love, Sonship | Tagged Christ, Christianity, Christology, Jesus, Karl Barth, Restorative justice | 21 Comments

The Nativity mystery | Karl Barth

Posted on December 24, 2016 by Mel Wild

“The nativity mystery “conceived from the Holy Spirit and born from the Virgin Mary,” means, that God became human, truly human out of his own grace. The miracle of the existence of Jesus, his “climbing down of God” is: Holy … Continue reading →