Grace to You: Radio Podcast The Doctrine of Actual Atonement, Part 2 B
Jan 21, 2026
In a fascinating discussion, John MacArthur, a renowned Bible teacher and pastor, delves into the doctrine of actual atonement. He examines whether Christ's sacrifice was for all or specifically for the elect, emphasizing the context of scriptural interpretations. MacArthur clarifies the meaning of 'world' in the Gospel and argues that Jesus’ death effectively redeemed the church. He addresses misconceptions and misread verses, concluding that Christ's death satisfies divine justice, securing true salvation for God's chosen people.
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Qualify 'World' In Gospel Texts
- MacArthur explains terms like "world" must be contextually qualified and does not imply universal individual salvation.
- 'World' here means humanity or all nations, not every single person who will live.
Understand 'All' In Romans 5 Contextually
- Romans 5's 'all' parallels Adam and Christ but is contextually qualified to mean those who are affected, not a universal inclusion.
- Paul uses 'many' to clarify that Christ's work applies to those who become righteous through Him.
'All' Means Those In Christ
- 2 Corinthians 5's 'one died for all' means He died for all who die and live in Him, not every human being.
- Context shows 'all' refers to those united with Christ by faith who no longer live for themselves.
