Pierced for our transgressions: Rediscovering the Glory of Penal Substitution [Paperback]

However, an increasing number of theologians and church leaders are
questioning this doctrine, claiming, for example, that it misunderstands
the nature of God's judgment; that it divides the Trinity; or that it
misreads crucial texts such as Isaiah 53 or Mark 10:45. The doctrine has
been provocatively described as `a form of cosmic child abuse'. In recent
years, the criticisms - including some from within the evangelical
constituency - have intensified. Furthermore, the debate is no longer
confined to the academy, and has now found its way into popular Christian
books and magazines.

In response, Jeffery, Ovey and Sach offer a fresh articulation and
affirmation of penal substitution. In Part 1 they make the case that the
doctrine is clearly taught in Scripture; that it has a central place in
Christian theology; that its neglect has serious pastoral consequences; and
that it has an impeccable pedigree in the history of the Christian church.

In Part 2, the authors then engage systematically with over twenty specific
objections that have been brought against penal substitution. Their clear
exposition and analysis, and charitable but firm responses, are accessible
to all with a serious concern for the issues.

`This extended declaration and defence of the penal substitutionary view of
Christ's atoning death responds to a plethora of current criticisms . . .
with a thoroughness and effectiveness that is without parallel anywhere . .
. I hail this treatise as an epoch-making tour de force.'
J. I. Packer

`This book deserves the widespread circulation achieved by corresponding
contributions a generation ago - those of Leon Morris, Jim Packer and John
Stott.'
D. A. Carson

` . . . I commend this book for its comprehensive and fair scrutiny of the
many objections brought against the doctrine of penal substitution in
recent years.'
I. Howard Marshall

` . . . probably the most significant book on the doctrine of the cross
since 'The Cross of Christ'. It is timely and urgently needed. Let the
exposition of this magnificent doctrine both inform your mind and warm your
heart.'
Mike Pilavachi

`The authors of this work compel us to take seriously an objective view of
the cross of Christ; one that is not simply dependent on how we feel and
what the culture around us promotes.'
Michael Nazir-Ali

`At a time when some people seem determined to snuff out this doctrine from
what is sung and
taught . . . there is a need for the vital doctrine of penal substitution
to be clearly, comprehensively and compellingly explained. This book does
the job admirably.' Stuart Townend