The doctrine of atonement is affirmed in Scripture, where Christ's death is presented as the ultimate sacrifice that cleanses sin and reconciles us to God.
The doctrine of atonement is foundational to the Christian faith, grounding it in the work of Jesus Christ. Throughout Scripture, particularly in passages like Hebrews 9:22, we see that without the shedding of blood, there is no remission of sin. The sacrificial system in the Old Testament foreshadows Christ's ultimate sacrifice. In Leviticus, the leper's cleansing points to Christ's death, where His blood provides justification and forgiveness.
In Christ, we see the complete fulfillment of the sacrificial system, as He laid down His life once for all, cleansing not only from wrath but also reconciling us to God. This atonement demonstrates God's sovereign grace in action, where the elect are redeemed through Christ's blood, culminating in an assured salvation, confirmed by the resurrection. This assurance is rooted in the reliable testimony of Scripture, which records God's plan of redemption through Christ.
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