Term
immanent (theology)
A theological term for God's presence and involvement within creation and history.
Filed underTheology Proper
Definition
Existing or remaining in. The term is used in theology to speak of God's involvement and presence within creation and history.
Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 15A.2Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 15A.2.
Last revised August 14, 2026