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Karl Barth – Evangelical Theology Lecture 5: The Spirit (April 27, 1962)

The Spirit — The Holy Spirit is the vital enabler of theology—blowing where He wills, granting illumination, freedom, and power. Theology depends entirely on divine initiative and grace, freeing believers from fear, doubt, and bondage while empowering faithful existence. The lectures were later published as the book Evangelical Theology: An Introduction (1963), with the first five chapters directly corresponding to the spoken series (expanded by twelve additional chapters reflecting related thoughts). Barth's delivery was measured yet passionate, often humorous, and marked by humility despite his fame—emphasizing theology as thankful obedience rather than intellectual mastery. The Chicago sessions included extended Q&A touching on ethics, civil rights, and theology's relevance in a fractured world, adding contextual depth not always replicated at Princeton. These talks remain a compelling entry point to Barth's thought, highlighting his Christocentric, revelation-based approach while challenging any theology that starts from human experience or culture rather than God's gracious self-giving.