Modern theology has been largely concerned with reconciling competing commitments: the value of human freedom with obedience to divine commands; the scientific account of the natural world with the doctrine of creation; the necessity of critical inquiry with the authority of revelation. (firstthings.com)
Christians should respect competing commitments, Peters said. (christianpost.com)
But one wonders how long that will last, as the pressure from internal obligations and states» competing commitments grows. (educationnext.org)