Penal Substitutionary Atonement
Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA) is a Christian doctrine stating that Jesus Christ died on the cross as a substitute to bear the penalty and wrath of God due for human sin, thereby satisfying divine justice and enabling forgiveness.
WatchDid the Church Fathers Teach "Western" Views of Atonement?
This video addresses claims that the supposed "Western" view of the atonement, as expressed by St. Anselm, was foreign to the early church, and that the Eastern church represents the authentic tradition. Rev. Dr. Jordan B. Cooper
WatchWhat Protestants Actually Believe About the Atonement: What the Eastern Church Often Gets Wrong
This video is a response to Eastern Orthodox misrepresentations of Protestant views on the atonement, especially of Penal Substitution (PSA). In it, I correct these false perceptions and provide clarity. Rev. Dr. Jordan B. Cooper
WatchDoes Penal Substitution Divide the Trinity?
One of the sharpest objections to Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA) is that it “divides the Trinity.” Critics argue that if the Father pours wrath on the Son, it must mean that the Godhead itself is torn apart. Some even go so far as to call it divine cosmic child abuse.
WatchThe History of Christ's Atonement (w/ Dr. Jack Kilcrease)
Have you ever wondered how Christ's life, death, and resurrection atoned for our sins? Well, you're not the first! Dr. Jack Kilcrease joins us to do a presentation on the history of atonement theories, as well as to answer some questions regarding Penal Substitutionary Atonement.
WatchGalatians 1:4 -- He Gave Himself for Our Sins (Penal Substitutionary Atonement)
As one theologian put it, the doctrine of penal substitution is "the best part of the best news that the world has ever heard." Nevertheless, since the gospel is foolishness and the savor of death *to those who are perishing*, it is denied by many pseudo-Christian groups and individuals. In this livestream I will show that it is taught in the Word of God and also show that it has been received and embraced by Christians down through the ages.