The Atonement - Principles & Practice
Studies on the Atonement
Classes
Class 1: Romans 5
The class explores the principles of the atonement, emphasizing the importance of understanding man's mortality and God's purpose of developing humanity in His likeness. It discusses Adam and Eve's fall, the effects of sin, and the process of regeneration necessary for reconciliation with God.
Class 2: Isaiah 53
The class discusses Isaiah 53, emphasizing that forgiveness from God is the only way to remove the guilt of sins, not the literal sacrifice of Christ. It explains that the sacrifice of Christ fulfills conditions for forgiveness, illustrating this through the language and imagery of the Bible.
Class 3: Job 33
The class explores the principles of atonement in Job 33, emphasizing the role of a mediator who interprets God's will and brings fallen man to understand God's righteousness. It also discusses the importance of adhering to God's prescribed terms for reconciliation, illustrated through the story of Nadab and Abihu in Leviticus.
Class 4: Psalm 103
The class explores Psalm 103, emphasizing God's mercy and forgiveness, and connects these themes to the broader concept of atonement. It discusses the nature of sin, the necessity of sacrifice, and the importance of faith and obedience in living out the principles of atonement.
Class 5: Colossians 1
The class explores the atonement through Colossians 1, emphasizing Jesus Christ's role as the embodiment of God's supremacy and the necessity of his sacrifice for human salvation. It discusses the tension between God's justice and mercy, the inherent limitations of human nature, and the importance of acknowledging God's supremacy.
Class 6: Isaiah 53
The class explores the principles of atonement through Isaiah 53, focusing on Christ's role as mediator and the implications of his sacrifice for human salvation and reconciliation with God. It emphasizes the necessity of faith and baptism for believers to reflect Christ's teachings and achieve holiness.