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Atonement
Why did Jesus die? Christians have been debate and exploring the question since the days when Romans still used crosses. But recent challenges to penal substitutionary theory and a resurgent interest in Christus Victor have brought the discussion back into the forefront of evangelical theology.
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Testimony
To Guard Against the Monsters in My Life, I Became a Monster Myself
A lifestyle of violence and addiction nearly destroyed me, but it brought me to the foot of the cross.
Particular Wrongs Need Particular Remedies
Every sin requires Christ’s atonement. But the Bible shows God punishing—and repairing—different sins differently.
Review
The Cross Is Poetically Profound. But Prose Can Help Us See It Clearly.
Brian Zahnd’s meditation on cruciformity is theologically rich, but sometimes theologically risky.
Public Theology Project
Grace in the Age of Guilt
Rules and moral codes won’t save us in an era of judgment, hate, and superego. What will save us is mercy.
The Russell Moore Show
N.T. Wright on the Bible’s Most Misunderstood Verse
The author and theologian dives deep into the heart of Romans.
Review
Can Westerners Atone for Their Sins Without Breeding Resentment and Ingratitude?
An imaginary soirée with Douglas Murray, the Christian-friendly agnostic author of “The War on the West”.
Why Christmas Is Bigger Than Easter
The Incarnation exists for the Atonement, but it is also so much more.
Why Christ’s Ascension is Essential
Jesus’ return to heaven was not an awkward stage exit but the climax of our redemption story.
Holy Week Playlist: Songs to Survey the Wondrous Cross
Christian leaders and musicians share their favorite Easter music.
What Atonement Theories Tell Us About Our Politics
They were developed in their historical contexts. What does that mean for today?