Gunnar Innerdal

Gunnar Innerdal serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Theology, Religion and Philosophy at NLA University College in Sandviken, Bergen, Norway. His academic profile centers on systematic theology with expertise in New Testament Greek, ecumenical dialogue, and the intersection of theological inquiry with contemporary scientific and ecological challenges.

Education:

• UH-ped (Higher Education Pedagogy), NLA University College, 2021
• PhD in Systematic Theology, MF Norwegian School of Theology, 2014
• Master in Greek, University of Bergen, 2010
• Master in Religious Studies (Theological Specialization), NLA University College, 2007

Research Focus: Innerdal's scholarly work demonstrates deep engagement with Hans Urs von Balthasar's theological aesthetics and Lorenz B. Puntel's systematic philosophy, particularly examining trinitarian frameworks and negative theology. His research bridges classical patristics (Maximus the Confessor), apologetics, and modern ecological crises, with growing emphasis on sin-theology-science interrelationships. Current projects investigate sin's conceptual dimensions across biblical-systematic theology, ecumenical contexts, and ecological theology.

Publication Trends: Recent works (2020-2024) reveal intensified focus on climate crisis theology and science-religion dialogue, while maintaining core commitments to von Balthasar studies and biblical interpretation. His output shows methodological consistency in applying systematic theological frameworks to contemporary existential challenges, with increasing attention to pedagogical implications for theological education.