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A "Knockout Blow" to Penal Substitution? Engaging John Mark Comer on the Atonement

By Filings on Wed, 08/13/25
Bible, Theology & Philosophy
Substitutionary Atonement
Atonement
Soteriology

“In this video, Gavin Ortlund responds to recent comments by John Mark Comer suggesting that a new book may be the “final knockout blow” to penal substitutionary atonement (PSA). Gavin offers four reasons why PSA remains a vital part of Christian theology.” - Truth Unites

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JD Miller

NewGreat defense of Penal…

Mon, 08/18/25

Great defense of Penal Substitutionary Atonement while still making the audience aware of the issues surrounding it.

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