Rethinking Atonement with Dr. David Moffitt
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In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. David Moffitt, a New Testament scholar at the University of St. Andrews who has previously taught at Duke Divinity School and Campbell University Divinity School. Prof. Moffitt’s research explores how the earliest Christians understood Jesus and their own identity in relation to Jewish scripture, practices, and beliefs—especially in the Epistle to the Hebrews. He investigates how the narrative of Jesus’s life, death, resurrection, and ascension intersects with the high-priestly and sacrificial traditions of Yom Kippur to maintain fellowship between God and God’s people. His books, including Atonement and the Logic of Resurrection in the Epistle to the Hebrews and Rethinking the Atonement, challenge us to see Jesus’s work as ongoing—not confined to the cross alone. From resurrection to ascension and priestly intercession, Dr. Moffitt invites us to rethink atonement and embrace a faith that is relational, dynamic, and deeply transformative. Get ready to hear insights like: “Blood is life, not just death,” “Atonement is more than a single event,” and “Faith is relational and ongoing.” Whether you’re a student of theology or simply curious about the Gospel, this episode will deepen your understanding and invite you into a closer walk with Christ. Let’s dive in.
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