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How do we know that Jesus' substitutionary atonement is true?

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Jesus took upon Himself the sins of the guilty, fulfilling God’s justice and allowing for redemption.

The truth of Jesus' substitutionary atonement is demonstrated in the gospel narrative where He bears the punishment meant for sinners. In 2 Corinthians 5:21, we learn that God made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. This profound exchange illustrates how the innocent Christ was punished for the guilt of the guilty, typified by Barabbas’ release. This was not merely a display of mercy but a fulfillment of divine justice, as God does not overlook sin, but instead punishes it fully in Christ. The sacrificial atonement of Jesus solidly rests on both His innocence and the weight of the sins placed upon Him, positioning Him as the perfect substitute for all who believe.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 19:1-3

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A Salvation Story
Todd Nibert · Sep 27, 2009
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