The Atonement Theories

Atonement theories explain how Jesus' life, death, and resurrection reconcile humanity with God. The " Christus Victor" view sees Jesus as defeating sin and evil, freeing humanity from bondage. "Penal Substitution" suggests Jesus took on punishment for human sins, satisfying God's justice. "Moral Influence" emphasizes Jesus’ life and sacrifice as inspiring love and moral improvement in people. "Ransom" views Jesus’ death as paying a price to free humanity from evil forces. Each theory offers a different understanding of how Jesus’ sacrifice restores the broken relationship between humans and God.