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C.H. Spurgeon On ‘Theological Studies’
If the time spent over "obscure theological propositions" were given to a mission in the dim alley near the man’s house, more benefit would come to the man and more glory to God.
I do not see the propriety of allowing such studies to override the commonplace activities of practical godliness. Theological studies, unattended by active service in spreading the gospel among men, well deserves rebuke.
Cease to meddle with matters that are concealed, and be satisfied to know the things that are clearly revealed.
- Spurgeon
I’m not familiar with the context of this quote, the only concern with this advice being that we tend to not be able to draw a line between those essential elements of biblical doctrine and the nonessential; and there tends to be disagreement between doctrinal camps. For example – many Christians today do not know why Arminianism has historically been condemned as heresy and would point to this controversy as nonessential. But the subtle attacks on the sufficiency of Christ must be highlighted and defended against.
On the other side, method of baptism (as long as no one puts merit in the act) should not be vigorously debated at the expense of proclaiming the gospel.
I think most everyone needs to spend some brain cycles examining how we process these issues.
Good point. – JT
Hmmm, I seem to have said something similar once…
http://www.fishforchrist.com/blog.php?post=56