We have been counseled to study the Atonement of Jesus Christ by many of the Brethren. Joseph Smith said that our testimonies of His Atonement are central to the gospel with everything else being an appendage to it. I have noticed that the Lord uses different atonement metaphors, types, parables, and allegories to work upon our hearts. One such type is Joseph sold into Egypt. Exploring Joseph as a type of Christ has been eye-opening and enlightening and even edifying. Here's why.
Discourses On The Nature And Extent Of The Atonement Of Christ (1843) is a theological book written by Ralph Wardlaw. The book explores the nature and extent of the atonement of Jesus Christ, which is the central doctrine of Christianity. Wardlaw discusses the meaning of atonement and its significance in the Christian faith. He examines the different theories of atonement, including the satisfaction theory, the moral influence theory, and the governmental theory. The author also delves into the question of whether the atonement is limited or unlimited in its scope. Wardlaw argues that the atonement is unlimited in its efficacy, but limited in its extent, meaning that it is sufficient for all but efficient only for the elect. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and lay readers. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the theology of atonement and the central teachings of Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Jacob’s statement that the near-sacrifice of Isaac was “a similitude” of the Atonement of Christ is a key that unlocks the deeper spiritual meaning behind this story.
The third Article of Faith reads: “We believe that through the Atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel” (Articles of Faith 1:3). At first glance, this statement looks like basic summaries of doctrine gleaned from the Bible. However, early Mormon understanding of Jesus Christ and the Atonement seems to more closely reflect the Book of Mormon. This article of faith fits well with statements from King Benjamin, but also uses the word “atonement” a thoroughly Book of Mormon word. The Book of Mormon can help readers understand the Atonement better, as it helped Joseph Smith.
Early on in the Book of Mormon, Nephi often compared his family’s exodus from Jerusalem to the Israelites exodus from Egypt. He did this to help his brothers understand that God would help them just as He had helped their ancestors. However, he was not the only Book of Mormon author to allude to the Exodus account.
The Book of Mormon is one of the most important sources available in the world today for understanding Christ and His mission. A careful analysis of scriptures from the Book of Mormon, in their contexts reveals several interconnections between the Atonement, resurrection, and judgment, that might not be obvious at first. The Book of Mormon shows the inextricable connections between the Resurrection and the other aspects of the Atonement. It demonstrates that the Atonement of Jesus Christ included His suffering for the sins of mankind in the Garden of Gethsemane, the shedding of His blood, His suffering and death on the cross, and His literal Resurrection.
We have been counseled to study the Atonement of Jesus Christ by many of the Brethren.[i] Joseph Smith said that our testimonies of His Atonement are central to the gospel with everything else being an appendage to it.[ii] One New Testament scholar commented to our inservice group that the Apostle Paul had used about seven
Atonement has been described as the central doctrine of Christianity and yet, surprisingly, the church has never insisted on a particular understanding of ho...
Yom Kippur (Hebrew: יוֹם כִּפּוּר or יום הכיפורים), Also known as Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year for the Jews. Its central themes are atonement and ...
It is a difficult undertaking to write and describe the events of our Beloved Savior’s suffering and sacrifice as He completed His Infinite Atonement. He is my Savior and Redeemer and yours. He has paid the price for you and me. He did all of this because He loves us with a perfect love.
December 25, 2019 – January 13th, 2020 As we round out the year, take time to evaluate where you have been and how far you have come. Once you appreciate that, you can realize the importance …
It is a difficult undertaking to write and describe the events of our Beloved Savior’s suffering and sacrifice as He completed His Infinite Atonement. He is my Savior and Redeemer and yours. He has paid the price for you and me. He did all of this because He loves us with a perfect love.
A Concise Introduction to the Doctrine of the Atonement The atonement is central to Christian theology and essential for following Jesus. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, pastor Jeremy Treat explains what Scripture teaches about the atonement and how it impacts one’s daily life. Treat demonstrates that the death of Christ is a multi-dimensional work within the story of the kingdom of God. While the accomplishments of the cross are unending (including forgiveness, victory, and renewal), the heart of the cross is substitution—Jesus dying on behalf of sinners. Christ’s atoning work reconciles believers to God and to one another, calling them to a life of obedience. This book presents a kingdom-framed, substitution-centered, trinitarian, integrated, communal, and life-changing approach to the doctrine of atonement. • Accessible: Designed to be short and approachable, this text is an ideal resource for college students, pastors, and laypeople • Practical: The depths of the gospel are applied to discipleship, community, and ethics • Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology Series: Other titles include Faithful Theology; The Attributes of God; and The Church
The sacrament is full of symbolism that is often overlooked. Here are 4 points that will help you better appreciate the sacrament and its significance.
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement described in Leviticus 16, is a central element of the Jewish faith, even though it is not practiced today as it was in ancient times. Although many Christians have heard of the day, most would be startled to learn that a sinister figure lurks in the shadows of Leviticus […]
While the Passover tradition is referred to quite frequently in the books of the Old Testament, they rarely associated the Passover lamb with a future Messiah. The Book of Mormon, on the other hand, contains no direct references to the Passover. And yet its authors clearly understood that salvation comes through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, whom they recognized as the Lamb of God.
The sacrament is full of symbolism that is often overlooked. Here are 4 points that will help you better appreciate the sacrament and its significance.
