Sunday, March 1, 2009

Needing an ambiguous life.

“The dark ring of ambiguity around life is a crucial ingredient in its richness; it is not something to be dispersed so that we can lead unambiguous lives.” -John D. Caputo
I am not discouraged by the intricacies of a world occupied both by philosophy and theology. It appears that I am, in fact, drawn to these complexities. I struggle to imagine a life of complete knowledge and certainty. Where possibly would be the fun in that? Caputo’s take on the post-modern context for co-habitation of philosophy and theology is indeed hopeful for someone like me. I want to struggle with God’s plan for me every day of my life. The alternative would be much too boring to endure.

Things that make you go "hmmm."

“The theology of liberation means establishing the relationship that exists between human emancipation – in the social, political, and economic orders – and the kingdom of God.” -Gustavo GutiĆ©rrez
I believe that “social, political and economic orders” are created by humanity, certainly by and with what God has given us. So it seems that all we have stands in the way of the freeing act of salvation and yet these are the very same elements that make up our ability to live into the “kingdom of God” here and now. How do we reconcile the tensions of “social, political and economic orders” that both hinder and yet must aid in this endeavor?