Before we solve theology’s puzzles, we must acknowledge the pieces God hasn’t given us. These white spaces aren’t flaws—they’re invitations to worship. In this post, I explore...

by C Michael Patton

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Is the Doctrine of the Trinity Essential for Salvation: Why God Revealed Himself as Trinity

Mystery, Confession, and the Boundaries of Christian Faith Listen to this blog here. I Don’t Know—And That’s Where We Begin I don’t know whether or not the doctrine of the...

Orthodoxy Across the Spectrum: 6 Views of Orthodoxy

Where Do You Stand? Christians come to theology with different starting points—presuppositions that shape how we define faithfulness. That doesn’t make those presuppositions...

by C Michael Patton

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Why No One Cares About Your Degree Anymore (And What to Do About It)

Social media and AI have reshaped the landscape of expertise, making traditional credentials less influential. The real challenge isn’t that people are always wrong—it’s that...

We Are All Only Armchair Theologians

Even the greatest theologians—giants like Augustine, Aquinas, and Calvin—only knew a sliver of the truth. Compared to God’s infinite wisdom, our knowledge is infinitesimal....

Six Pillars of Trust: Building Confidence in Theological Voices

When I first became committed to the things of the Lord, I was a sponge. I absorbed whatever anyone was offering, as long as they said they loved Jesus. I bought anything that...

The Perils of Trying to Look God Eye to Eye

Introduction In our quest for certainty, we need to be careful not to find ourselves attempting to look God eye to eye. This is a problem I had and didn’t realize at the time....

by C Michael Patton

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What is Dialectical Theology and Why Should You Know About It?

Dialectical theology offers a vital approach for engaging diverse theological perspectives, fostering respectful dialogue, and disarming a polarized culture. Discover how this...

by C Michael Patton

Apologetics

Credo House of Theology

What is Dialectical Theology and Why Should You Know About It?

Dialectical theology offers a vital approach for engaging diverse theological perspectives, fostering respectful dialogue, and disarming a polarized culture. Discover how this...

Stop and Think: The Peril of Overstating All Our Christian Convictions

This post delves into the delicate balance of confidently sharing one's faith while embracing the humility to question and critically engage with deep-seated beliefs. It...

by C Michael Patton

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