NT Wright Explains Penal Substitutionary Atonement
Tom (NT) Wright
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8 June 2026
13 June 2026
In this clip from Ask N.T. Wright Anything, Michael Bird and Tom Wright tackle one of the biggest debates in Christian theology: the meaning of Jesus’ death on the cross.
Tom Wright explains:
What penal substitution is — and isn’t
Why many Christians misunderstand Old Testament sacrifices
The role of Leviticus and the scapegoat
How Jesus defeats sin and the powers through the cross
Romans 8 and 2 Corinthians 5 explained
Why the cross is about “God’s homecoming,” not merely “going to heaven”
This discussion also explores how Paul’s theology of reconciliation shapes his understanding of apostolic ministry and the mission of the church.
This clip is taken from a full episode of Ask N.T. Wright Anything, where Tom Wright answers listener questions about Jesus, the Bible, theology, and the Christian life.
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