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Why is the atonement of Christ considered limited?

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Christ's atonement is limited in that He died specifically for the elect, securing their salvation.

The doctrine of limited atonement asserts that Christ's sacrifice was intentional and sufficient for those whom God elects to save. As expressed in Ephesians 1:4-5, God chose certain individuals for salvation before the foundation of the world. In His atoning work on the cross, Jesus bore the sins of the elect, securing their redemption. This doctrine emphasizes that His death was not a mere potentiality for all humanity but a definitive act that effectively accomplishes salvation for the chosen ones, illustrating God's sovereign grace in action.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4-5, Hebrews 9:28

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