The atonement of Christ is essential as it is the means through which God reconciles sinners to Himself, fulfilling His purpose of salvation.
The atonement of Christ is central to Christian faith, representing God's plan to reconcile humanity to Himself. The sermon speaks powerfully about how Elijah repaired the altar of the Lord during a time of confusion and apostasy, reestablishing the importance of the atonement. Elijah's actions symbolize the necessity of acknowledging Christ's sacrifice, which ultimately fulfilled the requirements of justice by bearing the penalty for sin. Christ, as the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world, represents God's eternal purpose in establishing atonement for His people. When Christians recognize that Jesus bore their sins and the wrath meant for them, they understand the profound significance of His death, which brings them acceptance before God.
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