'The cross transforms everything. It offers us renewed worship of God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to commit to mission, a new expression of love for our enemies, and renewed courage to face the perplexities of suffering.' John Stott
This book is not just about atonement, but about the cross. It analyzes the meaning of the cross, the historical facts of the crucifixion, and its importance for faith. It then defends a biblical perspective on the concepts of 'satisfaction' and 'substitution.' The third part examines the three great achievements of the cross: the salvation of sinners, the revelation of God, and victory over sin. The fourth part addresses issues often omitted in books about the cross: what it means for the Christian community to 'live under the cross.'
