In the context of Christian salvation, the word, “propitiation” means the turning away of wrath or anger usually by an offering. Propitiation appeases the wrath of God rightly brought about by our sin. First John 4:10 summarizes, “In this is…
Atonement: What is the Christian meaning of this word?
Atonement is central to what Christians believe. Yet, many believers cannot define this important word. Michael Horton offers this explanation, “Christ died in our place, bearing God’s wrath, satisfying his justice, and reconciling us to the Father.” Broadly, the word “atonement”…
Deep Doctrines are Closely Connected to Everyday Life
In his short essay, “Christian Doctrine and Life,” The theologian John Murray stressed that the great doctrines of the Christian life have implications for everyday life. Consider these texts: But it shall not be so among you. But whoever…
Why Psalm 22 is THE Psalm of the Cross
Charles Spurgeon believed Jesus may have repeated Psalm 22 word for word on the Cross. If you review the New Testament usage of Psalm 22, you will understand why Spurgeon thought so. Psalm 22 is a psalm with application in…
Summary & Select Quotes on Isaiah’s Servant Songs
Isaiah’s servant songs (Isaiah 42:1-4, 49:1-6, 50:4-9, 52:13-53:12) are four passages in Isaiah that uniquely prophesy Christ and are of central importance as we remember the death, burial, and resurrection. Select quotes below show the importance of Isaiah’s Servant Songs. Eugene…
Substitution and Satisfaction – The Atonement Involves Both
Last week, I posted a basic explanation of the atonement. In summary, the atonement references how sinners can be made right with God. Earlier this week, I pointed out that in order that we might grasp both the problem sin…
The Future of Justification
John Piper has written a new book, The Future of Justification. In it, he responds to the new perspective on Paul. I have ordered it, but not yet received it. In the mean time, Adrian Warnock provides some very helpful…
Thankful for “Atonement” Blogging
This morning I have been writing a critical chapter in my book on forgiveness. It is one in which I consider the nature of the atonement and how God forgives Christians. Of course, this is pivotal for any book on forgiveness given that God expects us to forgive one another as he forgave us (Eph 4:32).
It struck me in writing how thankful I am for the blogs on the atonement that I have followed on Adrian Warnock’s site, Peter Kirk, and others.
Excerpt from John Piper’s Forthcoming Book
John Piper has posted an excerpt from his forthcoming book, The Future of Justification. HT: JT
The New Perspective On Paul
Piper shares the testimony of one man’s journey regarding his understanding of the atonement.