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An increasing number of theologians and church leaders are
questioning the doctrine of penal substitution. The authors offer a fresh
re-articulation of the doctrine and its central role, and engage with over
twenty specific objections that have been brought against it.

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A fresh, positive re-articulation of a central doctrine, in
the context of current debates.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Timely, thorough and seminal, 17 April 2007

By	Mark Meynell "quaesitor" (London, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've not finished this yet but felt like writing it up now. This is a very timely book, coming as it does after many in recent years have been challenging the doctrine of penal substitution. What has been (and to a large extent, still is) a defining doctrine for evangelicalism, there have been a number of challenges to its status by those who claim the term evangelical, on both sides of the Atlantic.

What is so good about this book, though, is not just that they mount a thorough defence of the doctrine, but as the subtitle implies, they revel in its wonder and grace. It makes, therefore, for an encouraging and heart-warming read - which is not something one can say for many (if not most) theological tomes.

The book is in 2 parts - the first an overview of the doctrine from a biblical and historical perspective. The second takes on the specific criticisms. Particularly helpful were ch4 (pastoral importance of the doctrine) and ch5 (the historical pedigree) - these (quite apart from all the biblical and systematic evidence) makes for a compelling case (although i concede that i was pretty convinced already!).

As for the second part, the encouragement was that while they were tackling the likes of Chalke & Mann, Green & Baker, their method was constructive and positive. Again two chapters stick out in my mind - on violence (ch9) and justice (ch10) - both very strong contemporary objections to the doctrine which (particularly the former) in my experience are not taken sufficiently seriously by many traditional evangelicals.

I was mildly amused by the number of endorsements that this book had received before going to press (10 whole pages worth, right at the very beginning!). And you can see more if you go to the useful website that the authors have set up (i originally put a link to it here, but the Amazon spam-filter must have thought i was advertising something dodgy). A search for it will get you to it pretty quickly - it is definitely worth a look. But the endorsements are entirely valid - and i venture to add mine here. This is a book to read, return to and rely on - and i hope it will gain the seminal status it deserves in the years to come.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Biblical and enjoyable, 26 April 2007

By	Mr. D. J. Williams (England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I picked up my copy on Tuesday and finished it today in three sittings. It's one of those books that you can read quickly and don't want to put down.

Four great things about this book

1. It is drenched in scripture. Some readers may associate Systematic Theology with abstract natural theology or random proof texting. This book shows how to be thoroughly Biblical whilst being systematic. It clearly demonstrates how Penal Substition is taught in all Scripture and how this relates to other doctrines

2. It offers a gracious but firm response to opponents of Penal Substition. It takes time to set out the objections so they can be properly heard and then it answers them.

3. It nails once and for all the lie that Penal Substition is a modern invention. Buy it if only for the section on Church history.

4. It is pastoral. It helps the reader apply doctrine to the real life. An appendix at the end provides useful advice to the Pastor-Teacher wishing to preach the doctrine.

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5.0 out of 5 stars May become the new standard work on penal substitution, 18 April 2007

By	Gontroppo "Music and Theology Lover" (Bathurst, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

This may be one of the most important books of the decade. It is comprehensive without being complicated; profound but not pretentious. The authors honestly deal with the issue of Christ's death for us and all that it means.

They discuss the views of those who recoil with horror at the thought of God sending his Son to die in our place, and show convincingly that this has been the teaching of the church throughout its history and is not a recent invention.

Part of the book deals head-on with the charge that penal substitution is "cosmic child-abuse." The various arguments against Christ as our substitute are dealt with calmly, but clearly.

This is a book for everyone who loves Jesus Christ, and loves the message of his death for us to read and re-read. It is also an excellent starting-point for getting an overview of the main ideas of the Christian message.

Highly recommended.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible. A sad distortion of scriptural truth
"The doctrine of penal substitution states that God gave himself in the person of his Son to suffer instead of us the death, punishment and curse due to fallen humanity as the... Read more

Published 7 months ago by The ghost of Raymond Chandler

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and heart warming
Not only is this book comprehensive, well argued, biblical and convincing - it is also encouraging, awe-inspiring and heart-warming. Excellent.

Published 15 months ago by Retroguy

5.0 out of 5 stars A thorough biblical defence of penal substitutionary atonement
This is an excellent book: highly readable, with careful exegesis, a logical structure and a compelling case for an orthodox understanding of the atonement. Read more

Published 21 months ago by Mr. Ralph M. Cunnington

3.0 out of 5 stars Good as far as it goes, but a missed opportunity
This book has been heralded with the kind of fanfare that earlier ages reserved for Kings returning gloriously from battle. Read more

Published 21 months ago by Bernard Davis

2.0 out of 5 stars Unlikely to change anyone's mind
This book fails to prove its main thesis regarding the importance of Penal Substitution (PS) in the minds of the biblical authors and the early Christians. Read more

Published 23 months ago by Reuben

3.0 out of 5 stars Read Larry Shelton's "Cross and Covenant" as well
Read Larry Shelton's "Cross and Covenant" as well as this book. Shelton's book offers an interpretation of key Biblical passages which allow us to understand the breadth of... Read more

Published 23 months ago by A. Gosling

5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal Book
This is the book that not just defends the Bible but lays down the gauntlet to the modern day revisionists, who dare to deny penal substitution. Read more

Published on 19 Jun 2007 by D. W. MacInnes

1.0 out of 5 stars The Worst Book I've Read This Year
This book sets out to prove that the Bible says that on the cross Jesus was punished by God and took God's wrath. Unfortunately the Bible says no such thing. Read more

Published on 5 Jun 2007 by Mr. Oliver Harrison

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