The Theology of Innovation: Unveiling the Divine Spark in Human Creativity

This article presents a comprehensive exploration of the emerging field of the "theology of innovation," which seeks to reframe the understanding of human creativity and technological progress within a theological and spiritual framework. Drawing from diverse sources, including biblical hermeneutics, the spirituality of innovation, the ethics of innovation, and the inspiration of spiritual intelligence, the article unveils the divine spark that animates the innovative impulse. Engaging in dialogue with contemporary thinkers from various disciplines, as well as the groundbreaking work of Congolese scholar Pitshou Moleka and his transdisciplinary science of "innovationology," this article offers a transformative vision for innovation that celebrates its sacred nature and its role in the ongoing work of the divine Creator. By embracing a holistic, spiritually-informed approach to innovation, this paradigm shift empowers us to navigate the complexities of the modern world with a renewed sense of purpose, responsibility, and reverence for the creative potential embedded within the human condition.