Definition The atonement is the cross-work of Christ in which He once for all died (Sacrifice) in our place (Substitution) paying the price for our sin (Redemption) to satisfied God’s holy wrath (Propitiation/Satisfaction) allowing us by faith to be made new creature (Regenerated, imparting eternal life) by being declared righteous (free from all sin past, …
Category: Theology
The Atonement-Part 2
2 Corinthians 5:11-21 is an amazing, profound passage. Profoundly deep, profoundly encouraging, and profoundly convicting. Profoundly Deep The message of this passage is the gospel, the simplicity with which Paul states it and the implications are staggering. First, 5:14-15 For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died …
The Atonement–Part 1
Part 1 In response to a question by Brian (comment 1) and my response (comment 4), I wanted to review some basic beliefs and then look into an area I have not dealt with significantly. In that earlier post I stated, “that God can not co-exist with sin” and a good friend challenged me on …
Sola
In a post a few days ago, I concluded with SDG, so for the sake of completion, here are all five Solas of the Reformation. Sola Scriptura Scripture alone—the Bible is to serve as the only source of authority Solus Christus Christ alone—salvation is found only in Christ Sola Gratia Grace alone—justification is grace alone, …
Obedience of Faith
I’m working on adult curriculum on the book of Romans (you’ll hear more about this). Paul fills most of his introductions very full and the introduction to Romans is no exception–it may be the longest and most significant theologically (along with Ephesians). In Romans 1:5 Paul begins to shed light on the subject matter of …
Raised to newness of life
As I was teaching today, I was try to teach on the present benefits of the resurrection, having asked myself, “Why don’t you think about the resurrection–every day?” As the lesson unfolded (the handout is attached below), it turned into a discussion, and I would hope, a celebration the doctrine of salvation. One very familiar …
Yesterday was Good Friday tomorrow is Resurrection Sunday
As a sit with my coffee this morning, I can’t help but reflect. (Now that I have finished it turned into something much longer than expect.) Biblical Christianity (as opposed to biological/cultural or religious/institutional) is unique from other religions at several points. (Yes there are also points of connection, but that is for another discussion.) …