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What about this, "**Evaluation of Atonement Theories**: Erickson's insights shed valuable light on the evaluation of atonement theories. Take, for instance, the satisfaction/substitution theory. Erickson aptly notes, "It becomes apparent that the theology of Christ's person influences one's view of his work. If one does not have a high view of Christ, he will probably see little or no atoning value in his death" (Erickson, 2013, p. 738). This resonates with me deeply, as it highlights the inseparable connection between our understanding of Christ's personhood and the efficacy of atonement theories.
Without a robust Christology to guide our interpretation, we risk misconstruing the significance of Christ's sacrificial death for our salvation. Similarly, Erickson's analysis of the Christus Victor theory underscores the need for integration within a comprehensive Christological framework. He acknowledges, "The Christus Victor theory has some elements of truth in it...
However, isolating this aspect of Christ's work from his broader identity and purpose can lead to theological imbalance" (Erickson, 2013, p. 741). This serves as a poignant reminder for me to approach atonement theories with a holistic perspective, ensuring that they align with the overarching narrative of Christ's personhood and mission as portrayed in Scripture.