Part 1: Mapping the Terrain:.

1. Christian Theology and Christian Faith.

2. Christian Theology: Some Important Qualities.

Part II: Handling the Building Blocks:.

3. Language and Experience.

4. The Bible.

5. History and Tradition.

6. Society and Culture.

Part III: Developing Necessary Skills:.

7. Doctrine: The Shape of Christian Theology.

8. Interpretation: The Task of Christian Theology.

Part IV: Looking Around, Past and Present:.

9. Recurrent Themes in Christian Theology.

10. Contemporary Issues. Conclusion: The Ever-widening Ripple.

Glossary.

Suggestions for Further Reading.

Index.