Theology - Bonhoeffer

Question 1

Bonhoeffer’s theology is still relevant today. Discuss

Answer 1

1. Church as community is still important
2. Duty to god and state still applies
3. Cost of discipleship is still important

Question 2

Assess the view that Bonhoeffer’s theology puts too much emphasis on suffering

Answer 2

1. Understandable in circumstances
2. It is the cost of discipleship
3. It is not the only focus

Question 3

Evaluate Bonhoeffer’s views on a Christian duty to the state.

Answer 3

1. Teaching on challenging leadership
2. Emphasis on knowing God’s will
3. Part of costly discipleship

Question 4

To what extent was Bonhoeffer justified in his teaching on civil disobedience?

Answer 4

1. Right that only true leader is Jesus
2. Only know God’s will when it is necessary
3. Right to say grace is costly

Question 5

Asses the view that Bonhoeffer’s community ant Finkenwald is a useful example for Christian communities

Answer 5

1. Unrealistic today
2. Fails to reflect book of acts
3. Too much emphasis on cost of discipleship