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How does Christ's substitutionary atonement work?

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Christ's substitutionary atonement means He bore our sins and punishment, allowing us to be declared righteous before God (2 Corinthians 5:21).

Substitutionary atonement is a cornerstone of the Gospel. As outlined in 2 Corinthians 5:21, Christ was made to be sin for us, taking our place and bearing the full weight of God's wrath against sin. This act of substitution satisfies God's justice, as it meets the demands of righteousness that we could never fulfill. In our union with Christ, our sins are exchanged for His righteousness. This means that when God looks upon us, He sees us as perfected and accepted in Christ. The doctrine teaches that salvation is not earned by our efforts but granted through faith in what Christ accomplished on our behalf, securing complete reconciliation with God.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 5:21

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Learning The Gospel
Don Bell · Jul 4, 2008
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