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What does the Bible say about the doctrine of substitution?

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The Bible teaches that Christ's death serves as a substitutionary sacrifice for sinners.

The doctrine of substitution is vital within Christian theology, particularly in understanding the atonement. In Matthew 27, we see an illustration of this in the story of Barabbas, wherein the guilty man is set free while the innocent Jesus takes his place on the cross. It exemplifies how Christ died in the place of sinners, fulfilling the law's demands and justifying the ungodly. The significance of this doctrine is seen throughout scripture, including Christ's sacrificial role as the Lamb of God, who died for the sins of many, thereby satisfying God's holy justice.
Scripture References: Matthew 27:15-26, Romans 3:26, 1 Peter 2:24

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