Reln 220: The Word of God


1. Read the two assignmenst (Bonhoeffer excerpts online, Barth in Van Voorst, 285-6). Write a two-page essay based on one of the following questions:

How do Barth and Bonhoeffer view the Bible? What's important about the Bible? Is revelation still going on today or is it limited to the Biblical period?

What is faith for modern Christians?

2. In your essay make sure you note how Barth and Bonhoeffer differ as well as where they might agree.