We begin a four week sub-series on atonement theories by discussing the substitutionary view of the atonement. Atonement theories try to explain what exactly Jesus accomplished on the cross.

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Jesus is currently High Priest-ing on our behalf. Genesis 14:18-20. John 16:8-11. Hebrews 6:19-20, 7:14-28. 1 Peter 2:9-12.

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How does Jesus going to the Father effect the Holy Spirit’s teaching of righteousness? John 16:8-15.

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Jesus is the ultimate model of leading courageously.

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We continue discussing ways we tend to misunderstand sin if we aren’t following Jesus. John 16:1-11.

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You’ll never understand sin correctly if you’re not following Jesus. John 16:1-11.

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Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to be our help against the powers of the world and he gives us each other to love and to be loved by in times of trouble. John 15:18-16:4.

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Is it possible that the most significant measurement Jesus uses for our spiritual growth is how we love one another? John 15:9-17. 1 John 3:16, 4:20-21, 5:2-3.

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We abide in Jesus to the degree that his word abides in us. John 15:1-8. Psalm 1:1-3. Deuteronomy 32:46-47.

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The foundation of Kingdom obedience is meaningful relationship. John 14:15-31. Genesis 3:8-9. Matthew 28:19-20.

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