Mitch Forbes

In this engaging discussion, Christian thinker Mitch Forbes explores fresh interpretations of Jesus' death and resurrection. He critiques traditional views of atonement, emphasizing how they can portray God as violent and wrathful. Instead, he proposes liberation imagery, linking the cross to the exposure of human violence rather than divine punishment. Forbes introduces René Girard's scapegoat theory, revealing how communities often blame outsiders to restore peace. The conversation culminates in a call to embrace nonviolent love and reconciliation this Easter.