The Death Jesus Died In this lesson we examine various aspects of Jesus’ death by crucifixion and the doctrine of vicarious atonement. There are two major charges skeptics make in these areas, 1) Jesus didn’t really die by crucifixion and 2) The Christian belief that Jesus’ death somehow atoned for people’s sin is a repellent concept. In this lesson we answer both of these objections. How did the Roman world view crucifixion? Why did Paul say that the preaching of the cross was foolish and scandalous? What is the “swoon” theory? How do Muslims discount Jesus death by crucifixion? Why do atheists and other skeptics think the vicarious atonement by Jesus’ death is a brutally repellent doctrine? How do we know that Jesus actually died on the cross? What do we mean when we say that Jesus’ death by crucifixion is part of the “historical bedrock?” What do atheists and others overlook when they object to the need for vicarious atonement? Why can’t God just forgive sins without a sacrifice? What is necessary in order for vicarious atonement to be justified? (50 min)
Lesson 43: Review Questions
Lesson 43: Lesson Notes

Tags: Jesus, Death, Crucifixion