Part Five: “Postmodern Theology and Globalization: Rediscovering the Spirit and Reinterpreting Scripture,” The Impact of Postmodernism and Globalization (1950–Present) As the world transitioned into the second half of the 20th century, everything seemed to be shifting. The church was no exception. The previous decades of fierce battles between modernism and […]Read more »
Robert Wimer
Part Four: “Modernism and Fundamentalism: The Fight for the Bible in a Secularizing World.” Modernism vs. Fundamentalism (1900–1950) The early 20th century was a pivotal moment for Christian theology. As society was hurtling forward with industrialization, new scientific discoveries, and rapidly changing cultural norms, the church found itself at a […]Read more »
Part Three: “Theological Crossroads: Liberalism, Evangelicalism, and the Struggle for Scriptural Authority.” Theological Diversification and the Rise of Liberalism (1800s) The 1800s were a time of theological tension and transition. As society marched forward with scientific progress, industrial revolutions, and new political ideas, the Christian church found itself at a […]Read more »
Part Two: “Reason vs. Revival: Enlightenment Challenges and the Great Awakenings.” The Challenge of Enlightenment and Revival (1700s) If the 1600s were about establishing a solid theological foundation, the 1700s were a time of intense shaking and upheaval. The Christian world found itself navigating two powerful forces that seemed to […]Read more »