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Five Views on the Extent of the Atonement

In a familiar Counterpoints format, this book explores the question of the extent of Christ’s atonement, going beyond simple Reformed vs. non-Reformed understandings. This volume elevates the conversation to a broader plane, including contributors who represent the breadth of Christian tradition. This book serves not only as a single-volume resource for engaging the views on the extent of the atonement but also as a catalyst for understanding and advancing a balanced approach to this core Christian doctrine.

, Paperback, eBook 304 Zondervan 2018
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  • Eastern Orthodox: Andrew Louth
  • Roman Catholic: Matthew Levering
  • Traditional Reformed: Michael Horton
  • Wesleyan: Fred Sanders
  • Barthian Universalism: Tom Greggs

This book serves not only as a single-volume resource for engaging the views on the extent of the atonement but also as a catalyst for understanding and advancing a balanced approach to this core Christian doctrine. The Counterpoints series provides a forum for comparison and critique of different views on issues important to Christians.

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