Synoptic Gospels and Acts - The Atonement
7. An obvious question that arises is this: If Christ defeated evil on the cross, why is there so much still around? Can you suggest an answer? 1 Corinthians 15:24-27 might help.


8. Model 2:
Our second model can be seen in 1 Peter 2:21. What does Peter say about Christ's suffering?



9. Christ's death therefore is an example to follow. You may like to write this in section 8.
What does Paul say is remarkable about Christ's love for sinners in Romans 5:7-8?



10. The example of Jesus, then is both powerful and daunting. Can you think of people who have followed it? Do you know of anything similar in other religions or ideologies?