I John 1:1-2
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, concerning the Word of life—the life was manifested, and we have seen, and bear witness, and declare to you that eternal life which was with the Father and was manifested to us— that which we have seen and heard we declare to you.
It’s as if John is saying, “Look, I know what I’m talking about. Trust me on this. I was there.”
Do I know what I’m talking about? Do I have a systematic theology? Should I have a systematic theology? Is it possible to have a fully systematic theology? How much should be chalked up to mystery? Where should the flag of mystery be planted?
