What does the Bible say about for whom Christ died?
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The Bible teaches that Christ died specifically for His sheep, indicating a select group rather than all of humanity.
The Bible explicitly states that Christ died for His sheep, referring to a particular people whom the Father has given to Him. In John 10:11, Jesus proclaims, 'I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.' This shows that His sacrificial death is not for everyone indiscriminately, but rather for those whom He has chosen. Furthermore, Matthew 20:28 clarifies that Jesus came to give His life a ransom for many, not all, affirming the view that His atonement is limited to those whom He defines as His own sheep.
Scripture References:
John 10:11, John 10:15, Matthew 20:28, Romans 5:6, Mark 2:17, 1 Timothy 1:15
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