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  MYSTICISM PLUS THEOLOGY
  by A.W. Tozer
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Summary: A.W. Tozer explores the interplay between mysticism and
theology in the lives and writings of John and Paul, highlighting their
complementary roles in Christian living.

Topics: "Theology", "Mysticism"
Scripture References: John 1:1, Romans 1:16

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A.W. Tozer emphasizes the profound influence of the apostles John and
Paul on Christian preaching, highlighting John's mystical approach and
Paul's theological foundations. He describes John as the mystic of the
New Testament, whose devotion and praise resonate deeply, while Paul
serves as the theologian, articulating the essential doctrines of faith.
Tozer illustrates that both apostles, though different in style, are
united in their love for Jesus Christ, with Paul providing the structure
and John offering the melody of worship. This interplay between
mysticism and theology enriches the Christian experience, demonstrating
that both elements are vital for a complete understanding of faith.

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Christian preachers and ministers ought to acknowledge, publicly and
with humility, their great indebtedness to the apostles John and Paul.
Study the Gospel of John and you will concur with me that John is surely
the mystic of the New Testament! Explore the epistles of the Apostle
Paul and you will also concur with the assessment that Paul is surely
the theologian of the New Testament! John and Paul were completely
immersed in love and adoration for Jesus, the Christ, the eternal Son
and the Savior of the world. So we may say that Paul is the instrument
and John is the music! God Himself was able to pour into the great mind
and spirit of Paul the basic doctrines of the New Testament.

But in John, God found harp-like qualities to sound forth devotion and
praise.

Paul, then, is the theologian who lays foundations. John does not really
soar any higher than Paul-but he sings just a bit more sweetly! It is
not amazing, really, that there is much mysticism in Paul's theology,
and much theology in John's mysticism!

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/aw-tozer/mysticism-plus-theology/
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