
A Better Atonement: Beyond the Depraved Doctrine of Original Sin
Lakimora Tshimanga
Description
In A Better Atonement, theologian Tony Jones debunks the traditional doctrine of Original Sin and shows how that doctrine has polluted our view of the atonement. In an intriguing interlude, Jones distances himself from other progressive theologians and biblical scholars by strongly defending the historical crucifixion and physical resurrection of Jesus. Jones then summarizes various understandings of the atonement, from the ancient church to today, ultimately proposing a view that both takes into account a realistic view of sin and maintains an robust belief in the Trinity.Read more
Episodes (22)
Part One – Original Sin: A Depraved Idea
The Genesis of the Doctrine
Jesus’ Ambivalence
Paul, Romans 5, and the Heart of the Issue
Augustine’s Addendum
Calvin’s Conundrum
Interlude – Why It Matters that Jesus Really Died, and Really Rose
Why Jesus Died
Why Jesus Rose
Why It Matters that Jesus Really Rose