When Jesus died on the cross, the curtain that separated the Most Holy Place in the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. In this Good Friday message, Alistair Begg reminds us that this event dramatically illustrated the truth that unfolded at the same time. Jesus' once-for-all sacrifice acc...

The Scriptures declare that Christ was “made a curse for us.” What exactly does that mean? To answer this question, R.C. Sproul traces the curse motif of the atonement from the Old Testament and through to its ultimate fulfillment in Christ’s work on the cross.

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Building on our discussion of the divinity of Jesus Christ, we turn to what the bible says Christ did on the cross. What is penal substitutionary atonement? The bible teaches that Christ died as a substitute for sinners, and suffered the wrath of God they justly deserved. We point out the biblica...

Progressive Christianity is no friend of Penal Substitutionary Atonement. They flip the truth that God is love to be "Love is God". In doing this, they cancel anything in Scripture that speaks of God's wrath against sin. Progressive Christians need to be asked, "Is the Bible God's Word or not?" B...

The Bible tells the story of Jesus: the Messiah of the Old Testament is revealed in the Gospels, preached in Acts, explained in the Epistles, and expected in Revelation. Hebrews fills out this picture by providing an explanation of Christ’s finishing work on the cross. The new covenant that Jesus...

When Christians say, “Jesus died on the cross for your sins,” what does that mean?

American Gospel: Christ Crucified explores the divide between conservative and progressive Christians as they debate the meaning of the cross of Jesus Christ, answering some of the Bible’s most difficult questions...

Alisa Childers' live performance of "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" featured in "American Gospel: Christ Crucified." Music by Jared Kraft.

The hosts are continuing their series on The Suffering Servant, and in this program they’ll begin to explore the first few verses of Isaiah 53. In this amazing prophecy, we have a clear example of what theologians from across the centuries have referred to as “the great exchange.” This coming ser...

According to Isaiah, “all we like sheep have gone astray,” and as a result, we are full of transgression and iniquity. But all this is credited to the account the one who came to bear our sins. And yet, the suffering servant comes not only to take away our sin, but also to grant us his righteousn...

In verse 15 of Isaiah 52 we’re told that the suffering servant “will sprinkle many nations.” What’s interesting is that this word “sprinkle,” is the same one we find in Leviticus 16:14 which speaks of sacrificial blood being “sprinkled” on the mercy seat. In other words, Isaiah is saying that the...

On this program the hosts will begin a new series that seeks to explore the Bible’s most amazing prophecy from Isaiah 52 and 53. In this text, written over half a millennia before the time of Christ, Israel’s messiah is not described as a life-coach, or social transformer, but as a sacrificial la...

Does the doctrine of penal substitution reveal a God who is abusive? How essential is the trinity in understanding the atonement? Why does God need to kill anyone in order to forgive? Does true forgiveness require a payment or sacrifice?

On this edition of the White Horse Inn, Michael Horton talks with Dr. Andrew Sach, one of the authors of a new book titled, Pierced for Our Transgressions: The Glory of Penal Substitution, about the various popular, yet inadequate, theories of the meaning and significance of the cross of Christ.

In Isaiah chapter 53 we read that the coming messiah will be despised and rejected by men. He will be pierced for our transgressions, and punished so that we may have peace. Through his anguish, God will make many to be accounted righteous. On this program the hosts are continuing to explore The ...

On this program, Shane Rosenthal talks with writer and director Brandon Kimber about his American Gospel documentary series. His first film, American Gospel: Christ Alone, explored the problem of moralistic preaching and issues related to the prosperity gospel. His new documentary, American Gospe...

Russell & Sean discuss double imputation, and the trinity in light of the atonement. We also feature a deleted scene from the film.

Russell & Sean give a preview of Chapter 7: Cosmic Child Abuse. Did Jesus die on the cross as a victim of "cosmic child abuse?" What is true forgiveness?

Russell & Sean respond to the historical claims against the doctrine of penal substitution, as well as how we should view the various "images" (or "theories") of the atonement.

We are saved by God, for God, and from God. Many progressives have a problem with the latter- that we are saved from God Himself, and His righteous wrath toward the sinner.

Russell & Sean discuss the inerrancy of scripture, and how the rejection of that leads to a god of your own invention.

Russell & Sean discuss hell & the exclusivity of Jesus Christ.

Russell & Sean explain that how a right understanding of God's attributes of love and justice are essential to understanding the gospel.

Russell & Sean help explain how Progressive Christianity shares a similar foundation as atheism.