Preaching the Atonement

by Peter K. Stevenson, Stephen I. Wright

Overview

Preaching the Atonement is a unique teaching tool that offers a theological discussion of ten important Bible passages connected with the sacrifice of Christ. Each chapter includes a complete sermon on the passage in question followed by a discussion from the authors that highlights the preacher's strategy in the theological interpretation of the text and its incorporation into the rhetoric of the sermon.

Sermons are provided by the authors as well as David Southall, Kent Anderson, A. Katherine Grieb, David Schlafer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664233280
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	06/29/2009
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Peter K. Stevenson is Director of Training and Tutor in Applied Theology and Open Learning at Spurgeon's College in London.

Stephen I. Wright is an Anglican priest and Tutor in Biblical Studies and Practical Theology at Spurgeon's College in London. He was formerly President of the College of Preachers in Nottingham.

Table of Contents

Preface vii

Acknowledgements and Abbreviations ix

Introduction xi

Chapter 1 The cost of a father's commitment: Genesis 22.1-19 1

Chapter 2 Taking away their iniquities: Leviticus 16.15-22 19

Chapter 3 The suffering of a servant: Isaiah 52.13-53.12 35

Chapter 4 The crucified God: Mark 15.25-39 55

Chapter 5 Forgiveness from the cross: Luke 23.32-43 71

Chapter 6 The Word became flesh: John 1.1-14 89

Chapter 7 The achievement of God's justice: Romans 3.21-26 105

Chapter 8 The reconciliation of the world: 2 Corinthians 5.11-6.2 121

Chapter 9 The decisive victory: Colossians 2.8-15 137

Chapter 10 The final sacrifice: Hebrews 9.11-14 157

Bibliography 173

Notes 181

Index of Names 199

Index of Subjects 201

Index of Biblical References 203