Die Heilige Gees besig om ’n gemoed te troos …” – nagedink oor die vreemde viering van die kerk.
Date
2004
Authors
Smit, D. J.
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Stellenbosch University, Department of Systematic Theology and Ecclesiology
Abstract
In Flip Theron’s theology the category “strange” in the sense of unique, remarkable,
without comparison, occupies a central place. He understands the church as a strange,
prophetic sign of the strange, cosmic and eschatological peace of the kingdom of the
Triune God. This essay reflects on the visible form of this strange church. Does this
strangeness also have implications for the way (reformed) theology should view the
worship of the church? It is argued that, although Theron himself, probably very
deliberately and for theological reasons, does not attempt to describe what is
happening during the church’s worship and liturgy, there are several fundamental
convictions in his theological work that could perhaps prove useful in this regard. In
particular, his notions of a “strange silence,” a “strange liberation,” a “strange
reconciliation,” a “strange calling,” a “strange theocracy” and a “strange comfort” are
considered briefly. As a whole, the essay serves as introduction to the central
convictions of his theology, thereby honouring his contributions and legacy.
Description
The original publication is available at http://ngtt.journals.ac.za/pub/index
Publication of this article was funded by the Stellenbosch University Open Access Fund.
Publication of this article was funded by the Stellenbosch University Open Access Fund.
Keywords
Celebration, Church, Theron, Philippus Francois, 1942-
Citation
Smit, D.J. 2004. “Die Heilige Gees besig om ’n gemoed te troos …” – nagedink oor die vreemde viering van die kerk. Nederduitse Gereformeerde Teologiese Tydskrif, 45 (3 & 4): 865-886.