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The Need for a Multi-Faceted Atonement Doctrine
Dr. Craig, Thank you for your work in philosophy and apologetics. I’ve learned much from you. I’m glad to know that you are currently studying the doctrine of the atonement! It seems to me that no single theory has yet been articulated which is s...
anselm, atonement, crucifixion, death of christ, hugo grotius
When Did Jesus Bear the Penalty for Sin?
Dear Dr. Craig, I have a question regarding the chronology of the atonement. I know that, in one sense, the atonement encompasses all of Jesus' life in that it involves the imputation of his righteousness to us and not only our sin to him, and therefore ...
atonement, cross of christ, death of christ, punishment, sin
Which Is Explanatorily Prior: Propitiation or Expiation?
Dear Dr. Craig, I have been following your "Join Me In My Study" video series on the doctrine of the atonement. In the second and third videos, you distinguish between two functions of the Levitical sacrifices: propitiation and expiation. I see a potential co...
atonement, divine justice, expiation, propitiation, punishment, sin
Limited Atonement
Dear Dr. Craig, Thank you so much for your ministry and the work you do for the kingdom; I really appreciate the work that you've done. I am also glad that you have chosen to take on the atonement, as I have had just this past school year some puzzlement ...
atonement, calvinism, limited atonement, middle knowledge, theories of atonement
Should We Think of Christ’s Death in Juridical Terms?
Dr Craig First and foremost, I would like to thank you for the significant impact that your ministry has had in the life of my family. My wife and I have been encouraged to share our faith with confidence knowing that we can provide a rational response to man...
What Did Jesus Suffer?
Dr. Craig, I am glad to hear that your next line of research is targeting the atonement. I have also been looking into this subject and am trying to find some answers concerning one aspect of the substitution theory, namely, Christ taking on our punishment or...
atonement, cross of christ, death of christ, isaiah 53, two natures of christ
Philosophical Challenges in the Doctrine of the Atonement
Thank you for your commitment to the philosophical defense of the Christian faith. I came to Christ from Theravada Buddhism, in part through your arguments in "The Case for Christ" and others in the series. Since becoming a Christian, your work and the work of...
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Inevitable Sin?
Hello Dr. Craig, my question is about the coherence of Christianity. I’ve been a believer for almost 5 years, but I recently began having various concerns which haven’t been addressed effectively by other sources. Here is one of them. How can it be...
atonement, divine omniscience, free will, moral perfection, moral responsibility, sin
Annihilationism and Penal Substitutionary Atonement Once More
Dear Dr. Craig, Thank you for your thoughtful response regarding annihilationism (Question of the Week #999). I found your argument internally consistent and helpful. However, I wondered if one part of the original question deserved a more direct response. The...
annihilationism, atonement, penal substitution, substitutionary atonement, trinity
Is God an Unjust Liar?
I have a question about God's justice. The Bible says: "Vengeance is Mine. I will repay." Suppose there is an abortionist who personally massacres thousands of unborn children. If said abortionist repents on his death bed and prays a prayer of salvation...
atonement, divine grace, divine justice, divine mercy, evil, emotional problem of, penal substitution
Can Frankenstein Be Saved?
Thank you for considering my question! I find it very fun and engaging to listen to your podcast and it always is edifying to my Christian faith! God bless you and your organization may many more souls be blessed and edified through the ministry. ...
artificial intelligence, atonement, human nature, incarnation, redemption, salvation
Further on Original Righteousness
Dear Dr. Craig, Thank you for your thoughtful exploration of the doctrine of sin. Your rejection of the doctrine of imputed sin is a refreshing and much-needed voice, and I appreciate your dedication to grounding theology in scripture. As I reflect on your s...