i enjoy using my brain

i will admit it, i am a wannabe theologian. its just the way i am. Ever since i was introduced to the idea of thinking about doctrine and different theologies i havent really stopped. My inquisitive mind leads me to search for truth, and better understand all the different doctrines of the different churches.

the thing is, i have been told that i should just relax. i just need to love God and have a relationship with Jesus Christ. I believe this idea has invaded modern evangelical thought- Thinking is bad. This is not true in any way though. A thinker has a relationship with God which reflects their personality. I enjoy thinking about theology, because it helps me better understand God, which in my case is helping my "relationship" with God.

now I am not saying that everyone should think more about theology, some people simply were not made to be interested in debating the finer points of doctrine. yet those people should not be criticizing those who do spend time thinking and discussing theology

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