Self-Theologizing in South Asia

This article explores self-theologizing among new believers in South Asia as they develop a theology that is both biblically faithful and culturally relevant. Drawing on Paul Hiebert’s principles, it examines a case study where church leaders collaboratively crafted a confession on the Holy Spirit through Bible-centered discussions. The study highlights the role of missionaries as facilitators rather than imposers of theology, emphasizing local ownership of theological development. It also considers the challenges of theological training pace and external influences. The findings suggest that this approach could be adapted for other contexts, fostering indigenous, biblically grounded theology worldwide.