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Past Event and Present Salvation : The Christian idea of Atonement
Outline: In examining one of the essential questions of the Christian faith, the author explores the limits as well as the gains to be made in speaking about crucifixion as a historical event, and considers the relationship of the crucifixion to the continuing process of God's saving activity. He considers the relevance of a past act of atonement to such areas of practical experience as forgiveness, liberation, and suffering. The author pays special attention to the social and political implications of atonement and to the sacraments and community of the church as links between past and present. Atonement is thus seen as a creative act of God, enabling response, transforming personality, and healing relationships.
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