Peaceable And Kind

Episode 42 - Is Atonement Really about Punishment?

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In this thought-provoking episode, Derek Vreeland takes us deep into the heart of the theological concept of atonement, especially as we journey through the season of Lent.

He unpacks the true meaning of atonement—moving beyond the common view of punishment to reveal it as a divine mystery of sacrifice, healing, and redemption. With insights drawn from Scripture, including powerful references from Isaiah 53 and Romans 3, Derek challenges us to rethink atonement as more than a transaction; it's about restoring our relationship with God.

Join him as he shifts the focus from appeasing God's wrath to embracing the transformative power of healing through Jesus' death and resurrection.


Key Takeaways:

  • Lent: A 40-day spiritual journey preparing us for Easter.
  • Atonement: It’s not about punishment; it's about covering and cleansing our sins.
  • Dive into the mystery: Atonement is a profound, divine process of reconciliation.
  • Metaphorical language plays a crucial role in understanding theological concepts.
  • The "punishment" metaphor is found in Scripture but not the full story.
  • No verse in the Bible says “Jesus was punished for our sins.”
  • The cross confronts the real problems: sin and death.
  • The Greek word hilasterion is about the place of atonement, the mercy seat.
  • Leviticus 16 paints a picture of atonement with no mention of punishment.
  • Atonement is ultimately about healing, redemption, and the restoration of our relationship with God.


    • Scriptures mentioned in this episode:

    Isaiah 53:4

    Isaiah 53:5

    Romans 3:23-25

    Leviticus 16:14-16

    Leviticus 16:30


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