The Cross in Context: Reconsidering Biblical Metaphors for Atonement

By: Jackson W.

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Synopsis: How can a doctrine about reconciliation with God create so much controversy among God's people?Theologian Jackson W. believes Christians can gain clarity and unity on the doctrine of the atonement through a renewed attention to the biblical evidence. While theological theories are necessary and useful, they can obscure reality as much as clarify it. And we're often ignorant of the role that cultural and historical context plays in shaping these views. Instead of beginning by comparing atonement theories, he argues, we need to delve deep into the Bible, where we find a handful of motifs that combine to form a richer, more robust theology of atonement.The Cross in ContextThe Cross in Context