“The idea of being the Substitute in offering an atonement to satisfy the demands of God’s law for others was something Christ understood as His mission from the moment He entered this world and took upon Himself a human nature. He came from heaven as the gift of the Father for the express purpose of working out redemption as our Substitute, doing for us what we could not possibly do for ourselves.”
Quote by R. C. Sproul
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R. C. Sproul
R.C. Sproul is a renowned Christian theologian, author, and lecturer. Born on February 13, 1939, he is known for his extensive research and widespread dissemination of Christian doctrine and theology. Sproul's works cover a range of topics from basic theology to more advanced theological subjects, and his writings have had a profound impact on many Christians. more
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