Mapping Atonement – The Doctrine of Reconciliation in Christian History and TheologyWilliam G. Witt Joel ScandrettLabel: Baker Academic Div of Baker Publishing GroupDescription: Southwestern Journal of Theology 2022 Book Award (Honorable Mention Theological Studies)This introduction traces the origins development and divergent streams of atonement theology throughout the Christian tradition and proposes key criteria by which we can assess their value. The authors introduce essential biblical terms texts and concepts of atonement; identify significant historical figures texts and topics; and show how various atonement paradigms are expressed in their respective church traditions. The book also surveys current hot topics in evangelical atonement theology and evaluates strengths and weaknesses of competing understandings of atonement.
