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In this episode the Curious team continue their examination and reflection on the atonement; with particular reference to what is understood as Christus Victor and Penal Substitutionary Atonement. They will take on the misunderstandings of both, outlining the place of the devil and the dark spiritual powers within the atonement, as well as the many misinterpretations of the penal element within penal substitution. Is God a monster? Does he take some kind of sick pleasure in punishing his unwitting and innocent Son? Can the innocent die for the guilty? How can a few hours of painful crucifixion answer for a lifetime of sin and rebellion? Doesn’t it fracture the trinity? Does the Father really need appeasing? 

These questions and challenges as well as many more will be looked into and reflected upon as the team seek to align themselves with what they consider to be a clearer biblical perspective 

Recommended Reading:
We would recommend our listeners to browse the notes of our previous podcast, Atonement (Part 1) for an extended list of some excellent titles that cover various views of the atonement. Enjoy! 

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