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What is the scope of Christ's atonement according to Scripture?

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The scope of Christ's atonement, supported by Scripture, encompasses only the elect whom He came to redeem.

The scope of Christ's atonement is delineated clearly in Scripture as being intended specifically for the elect. John Owen articulated this in his case for Particular Redemption, asserting that Christ's death effectively achieved redemption for a specified group rather than a potential or universal application. The Scriptures proclaim a definite scope in passages like Galatians 1:4, where Christ delivers His people from sin, and Ephesians 5:25-27, which illustrates the relationship between Christ and His Church, emphasizing the idea of a cherished and particular people. If Christ's atonement were indeed universal, it would imply the inevitable salvation of all souls, yet Scripture clarifies that not all are saved, thus reinforcing the necessity of a limited but effective atonement.
Scripture References: Galatians 1:4, Ephesians 5:25-27

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