Five Views on the Extent of the Atonement (Counterpoints Series)

Going beyong simple Reformed vs non-Reformed dichotomies, this volume offers a comprehensive coverage of five major Christian traditions of the atonement: Reformed, Wesleyan, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Barthian Universalist.

For whom did Christ die? Who may be saved? are questions of perennial interest and importance for the Christian faith. In a familiar Counterpoints format, this book explores the question of the extent of Christ's atonement, going beyond simple Reformed vs. non-Reformed understandings. This volume elevates the conversation to a broader plane, including contributors who represent the breadth of Christian tradition:

* Traditional Reformed: Michael Horton
* Wesleyan: Fred Sanders
* Roman Catholic: Matthew Levering
* Eastern Orthodox: Andrew Louth
* Barthian Universalism: Tom Greggs

This book serves not only as a single-volume resource for engaging the views on the extent of the atonement but also as a catalyst for understanding and advancing a balanced approach to this core Christian doctrine. The Counterpoints series provides a forum for comparison and critique of different views on issues important to Christians. Counterpoints books address two categories: Church Life and Bible and Theology. Complete your library with other books in the Counterpoints series.Read less