Atonement and Salvation: The Extravagance of God's Love

by Eric M. Vail

Overview

How does God's atonement through Christ work? What does it have to do with salvation from sin and God's reconciliation with the world? For centuries, many metaphors have attempted to explain this astounding work of God, but none has risen above the others. The atonement, like salvation, encompasses far more than any one image can contain. In Atonement and Salvation, Eric Vail explores the vastness of God's saving work in Christ and the reconciling effects of the atonement on creation and humanity. Rather than examine all the images used throughout church history, the author narrows his attention to those in the Bible. He expertly brings to light the grand picture of God's atoning activity, emphasizing that at its heart is God's extravagant love. Written with clarity and precision, this book is an appealing addition to any Christian's library. Students, pastors, teachers, and laypeople will benefit from this valuable resource.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780834135741
Publisher:	Nazarene Publishing House
Publication date:	07/01/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	950 KB

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Table of Contents

Preface 9

Acknowledgments 11

1 Atonement and Salvation 13

2 Creation as Life from Death 21

3 Sin and Death in Mark's Gospel 31

4 Creation and Human Vocation 41

5 Saving Humankind 51

6 The New Exodus 63

7 Our Priest and Sacrifice 77

8 Justification, Regeneration, and Adoption 91

9 Other Metaphors for Christ's Work 115

10 Gathering the Pieces 133

Notes 143