Week 3- Bevans Chapt. 3 (Use of Models)

It is refreshing to read someone who is a critical realist. Yes, it is true that reality can be fleeting and meaning is not always upfront and we are never fully aware of the whole of a truth. However, there are ways of moving toward truth. The use of a model is one way, and I applaud Bevans for promoting their use. I think Bevans' emphasis is healthy. All theologies use some type of model, or framework of thought. Our job is to recognize and celebrate these models, adjust them where it is needed, and to sort through these models to then construct a new model for our particular ministry situation.