Thinking Theologically
This type of theology is about beliefs held without critical reflection
What is embedded theology?
The three theological virtues
What are faith, hope, and charity?
Jesus' suffering is compared to that of a rejected and misunderstood one of these
What is a lover?
This is not transactional, but transformative, restoring the dignity of all involved
What is forgiveness?
When regular Oreos aren't enough, reach for this variety, that has a bigger filling
What is double stuf?
This type of theology involves critical reflection on beliefs to ensure they align with the Truth
What is deliberative theology?
This person and his descendents' journey to the promised land that lasts 400 years is an analogy for McCabe of this
What is Faith?
This term refers to suffering that contributes to the redemption of ourselves and others
What is redemptive suffering?
Embracing the resurrection daily and living with home is one way to leave this behind
What is the tomb?
Another's good fortune may make you this color with envy
What is green?
These are the four resources used to create theological templates
What are Scripture, Tradition, Reason, and Experience
According to McCabe, this goes beyond just breaking rules, but its a rejection of who we are and our relationship with God and others.
What is sin?
Teilhard de Chardin described the resurrection of this type of event, not just anthropological
What is cosmic?
This can be an obstacle to living in the resurrection, causing some cynicism
What is familiarity?
In business, an extra working period, or in sports, an extra playing period
What is overtime?
Right belief
What is Orthodoxy?
What is God's Will?
The resurrection is God's final response to this ultimate human reality (don't overthink it
What is death?
God was this during the crucifixion, and often is this during other sufferings as well, but the resurrection is the ultimate response.
What is silence?
Like his Roman counterpart, Neptune, this Greek god is often depicted with a trident and dolphin
Who is Poseiden?
Right Practice
What is Orthopraxy?
Heaven is not a place, but this, according to McCabe
What is the risen Christ?
This thing ultimately defeats evil, even though evil seems to be victorious at first. It is demonstrated in the passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus. (Hint: Baby, don't hurt me.)
What is love?
These two events must be regarded as inseparable
What is the crucifixion and resurrection?
On the periodic table of elements, it's the first element to have a 2-letter symbol
What is Helium?