In this engaging discussion, Jeremy Treat, Pastor for Preaching and Vision at Reality LA and author of "The Crucified King," dives deep into the doctrine of atonement. He explores the atonement as an enthronement ceremony and how it reshapes our understanding of the gospel. Treat discusses the multifaceted nature of atonement, connecting Christ's humiliation to his exaltation, and challenges listeners to rethink conventional views of victory. Through vivid metaphors, he illuminates the complexities of forgiveness and the communal mission within God's kingdom.
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Impact of "The Crucified King"
Jeremy Treat's book, "The Crucified King," significantly impacted JT English's understanding of the atonement.
English had to revise a lecture after reading Treat's insights, changing his perspective on God's redemptive plan.
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Atonement's Cosmic Scope
The atonement is not just about individual salvation but also cosmic reconciliation.
The cross signifies God reconciling humanity to himself and the world to himself.
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Cross as Enthronement
The cross, often seen as a symbol of humiliation, can be viewed as an enthronement ceremony.
Jesus, through sacrificial love, reigns as king, demonstrating glory in humiliation.
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Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Dr. Jeremy Treat to discuss the doctrine of atonement.
Questions Covered in This Episode:
When and how did we learn about the atonement?
What is the event of the atonement? What does the word mean?
How is the cross an enthronement ceremony?
What do we gain when we view the atonement with this lens?
Is there a predominant theme in the atonement?
How do the atonement, resurrection, and ascension connect?
How have theologians talked about atonement using humiliation and exaltation?
How does that truth change the way we live?
What can be the hardest part of the atonement to begin to understand?
Helpful Definitions:
Atonement:
At onement; two things that have been torn apart are being brought back together to be one again.
How sin has separated us from God and what God has accomplished to make us at one with Him again.
Guest Bio:
Jeremy Treat (PhD, Wheaton College) is Pastor for Preaching and Vision at Reality LA, a young and thriving church in the heart of Hollywood, California. He is also an adjunct professor of theology at Biola University and is the author of several books including but not limited to; Seek First: How the Kingdom of God Changes Everything and The Crucified King: Atonement and Kingdom in Biblical and Systematic Theology.
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Mark 1:14-15, Mark 15, Philippians 2, John 12, Romans 8:17, Matthew 5-7
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