What does theology have to do with real life?

I only have a few more classes to go on my Master’s degree, which makes me very happy. This week I started a seminar called Theological Integration. The class is being taught by David Clark who wrote one of my favorite books on theological method, To Know and Love God.

The following is how he introduced the course on the syllabus:

Nothing’s more practical for a Christian minister than good theology. But I’m talking about more than just applying abstract theory to practical contemporary issues. Transformational leaders “think theologically,” that is, they reflect critically and act intentionally from within the teachings of theology and the experience of life with God. They interpret and explain leadership situations and transforming experiences with God by understanding them in terms of—in the categories of—the reality and revelation of God. Then they act out of that understanding.

I totally agree! The church doesn't just need more theologians, the church needs more pastors and leaders who are good theologians. Really looking forward to this course.