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How do we know the necessity of a substitute for sin?

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The necessity of a substitute for sin is established in the biblical teaching of atonement, which requires a perfect sacrifice.

The concept of substitution is fundamental in understanding atonement in Scripture. In Exodus 30, God instructs Israel that whenever they are numbered, they must provide atonement money for their souls. This reflects that no one can approach God without a sacrifice. In 1 Chronicles 21, David's failure to include the atonement in his census illustrates the seriousness of this requirement. Ultimately, this points to Christ, our substitute, whose perfect sacrifice alone meets the requirements of God's justice.
Scripture References: Exodus 30:11-16, 1 Chronicles 21:17

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