God and Human Freedom

In God and Human Freedom: A Kierkegaardian Perspective Tony Kim discusses Sren Kierkegaards concept of historical unity between the divine and human without disparaging their absolute distinction. Kims central analysis between the relation of God and human freedom in Kierkegaard presents Gods absoluteness as superseding human freedom, intervening at every point of His relation with the world and informing humanity of their existentially passive being. Kim argues Kierkegaard is not a strict voluntarist but deeply acknowledges Gods absoluteness and initiative over and against human life. Moreover, the authors exploration of unity in Kierkegaard points to the very ethics of who God is, one who loves the world. Ultimately, God manifests that love in Jesus Christ, representing Gods ultimate reconciliation with the world in his humility.