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Soteriology 101 w/ Dr. Leighton Flowers
LIMITED ATONEMENT DEBATE REVIEW: White/Nortier vs Farris/Chapa
Mar 24, 2025
Joshua Farris, a theological anthropologist and founder of Soul Science Ministries, teams up with Dan Chapa, a classic Arminian theologian, to engage David Allen, a practical theology professor, and James White, a staunch defender of Calvinism. They dive into a riveting debate on limited versus universal atonement, exploring the implications of Christ's sacrifice, the nuances of sufficiency in atonement theories, and the interpretations of biblical passages like John 3:16. Their discourse delves deep into the complexities of faith, repentance, and the church’s role in salvation.
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- The debate highlights contrasting views on Christ's atonement, focusing on the implications of universal versus limited atonement.
- The Lombardian formula is discussed to emphasize the distinction between the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice for all and its efficacy for the elect.
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The Importance of Universal Atonement
The debate centers around the concept of universal atonement versus limited atonement. Supporters of universal atonement argue that Christ's sacrifice was sufficient for all humanity, emphasizing the biblical theme that God's love extends to everyone. This view posits that the redemptive work of Christ allows for a genuine offer of grace to all individuals, establishing accountability for all to respond to the gospel. The proponents of universal atonement assert that limiting Christ's atonement to the elect undermines the infinite value of His sacrifice and diminishes the goodness of God.
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