Classic Protestant Liberalism and the Atonement: A Plea for Reconsideration

Classic Protestant Liberalism and the Atonement: A Plea for Reconsideration

So called Classic Protestant Liberalism seems intolerant of any view of Jesus' death being a blood sacrifice for the atonement for our sins. Outlines basic tenets, and a typical  liberal approach to the atonement.

Theories of the Atonement

Examines various theories of the atonement: (1) moral influence theory, (2) atonement as victory, (3) Anselm's satisfaction theory, (4) penal substitution theory , (5 the sacrifice theory, and (6) Grotius' governmental theory.

5. The Triumphant Lamb We Worship (Revelation 5:1-14)

In the Book of Revelation we explore concepts of worshipping and loving the Lamb, who is now clearly the risen and reigning Christ. Application: learning to love and worship Jesus day by day.

4. The Passover Lamb of Whom We Partake (1 Corinthians 5:7)

We'll examine the Passover, the Passover lamb, and the Last Supper, in order to appreciate what we do when we partake of communion. Application: learning to seek and appreciate God's protection and care for us.

3. The Lamb Who Redeems Us from Slavery (1 Peter 1:18-19)

We examine the concepts of ransom and redemption to set free those who are enslaved. Application: learning what Christian freedom is all about and how we can experience it today.