Articles by Kevin Baird

For those who might maintain a subscription or keep current with this blog site, you are aware that Dietrich Bonhoeffer has been a newly created historical superstar to much of the Church. Several mainline denominations have ascribed to him martyr status and honestly, I would not debate that honor. That being said, he has also generated a discussion as to the appropriateness of looking to him as a model for cultural engagement considering his theology was originally formed through German theological liberalism of the 1930’s. I have already written concerning my perspective of his journey and the distinctions I personally hold compared to what we know of Bonhoeffer. I would like in this blog, in a more practical way, highlight what I believe to be the four lessons the conservative evangelical Church might learn and what pastors of those churches need to embrace.

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This is part two in a two part series on The Bonhoeffer Institute. Allow me to start by saying…Theology divides people.

That is not necessarily wrong, however it is a fact. And honestly, sometimes doctrine needs to have a certain clarity to make sure what is going on is actually orthodox Christianity. Especially in our era which I have affectionately called, “The no-doctrine, doctrine age”. So, I completely understand when people have, on occasion, asked about the theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and to what extent is The Bonhoeffer Institute tied to his theological positions.
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This is part one of a two part blog to help interested pastors and Christians leaders understand a little bit more about The Bonhoeffer Institute. Some of this information can be found on the Bonhoeffer web page which is linked directly with this personal blog site by simply tapping on the MENU. The Bonhoeffer Institute vision, goals, and mission can be read at that site to understand clearly where this organization is headed and why it exists.
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