Revealed theology
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Revealed theology, a faction of Christian theologian thought, is often related to the personal relationship with ones deity through the spiritual achievement of faith. This sort of outlook is often seen as being separate from the essentiality, or base for contemporary Bible theology which tends to be more systematic and rational in its attempt to ascertain the many complexities of religious belief and or practice. The more rational cognitive study of Christianity (natural theology) is often seen to have strong routes in the works of the Catholic scholar Thomas Aquinas who used his many theories to reveal the truth and meaning behind the religion. More contemporary uses for this school of thought have been put to use in an attempt for the Christian religion to counter post-modern philosophy.
Various opponents within the Christian religion have often questioned the tact of such bible theologians referring to their works as unnecessary rhetoric subversive of the emphasis on [faith] pursued by many sects of Christianity. Recent attempts have been made by revelation theologians to publicize their interpretations, most notably Dr. Kevin J. Vanhoozer through the creation of the "Kantzer Lectures." Vannhoozer claims "The foundational conviction of the Kantzer Lectures is that doctrine is practical and essential to pastoral ministry. This series provides a platform for the kind of Christian thinking that demonstrates the pastoral function of Christian doctrine by featuring prominent theologians committed to the project of faith seeking understanding, and to making this understanding practical." (Vanhoozer)
