The Saving Work of Christ

20/11/2025 59 min
The Saving Work of Christ

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Episode Synopsis

The sermon presents a comprehensive theological exploration of the saving work of Christ on the cross, emphasizing seven essential concepts—redemption, expiation, substitution, propitiation, justification, reconciliation, and salvation—that collectively reveal the full scope of Christ's atonement. Each term highlights a distinct aspect of the cross: redemption provides forgiveness through Christ's payment, expiation removes the guilt of sin, substitution involves Christ taking humanity's place, propitiation satisfies God's righteous wrath, justification declares believers righteous, reconciliation restores broken fellowship with God, and salvation delivers from sin's power across past, present, and future dimensions of the believer's life. Rooted in Scripture and grounded in historical Christian doctrine, the message underscores that Christ's sacrifice fully addresses both the penalty and power of sin, transforming the throne of God from a seat of judgment to one of mercy, and securing a complete, ongoing, and future restoration of humanity's relationship with God.