Free Grace Broadcaster: Atonement #227

by Arthur W. Pink, John Gill, John Owen

Another quality eBook from Chapel Library. Articles in this edition of the FGB The Most Remarkable Event, by Arthur W. Pink (1886-1952): the death of Jesus Christ is unique in every aspect, from its eternal plan to its historical fulfillment. It successfully accomplished eternal life for all of God's people. The Eternal Council of God, by John Gill (1697-1771): Before the world began, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit purposed an infinitely wise way to save sinners. We cannot properly understand Christ's saving work apart from it. The Intent of Christ’s Death, by John Owen (1616-1683): a helpful explanation of what God planned and accomplished in the death of Jesus Christ. This gives us clear insight into Christ's successful sacrifice for sinners. Our Need for Atonement, by J. C. Ryle (1816-1900): a penetrating examination of why men cannot save themselves and why they desperately need Christ. The Nature of Christ’s Death, by William S. Plumer (1802-1880): this exposition describes the nature and intent of Christ's death by defining and discussing the biblical terms ransom, substitution, propitiation, surety, and reconciliation. Christ’s Priestly Action, by Hugh Martin (1822-1885): was Christ's death merely a passive acceptance of God's wrath or was it a powerful priestly action of sacrifice? This insightful investigation powerfully answers that question. Christ’s Propitiation, by John Murray (1898-1975): a concise and clear study that helps us understand the difference between propitiation and expiation.

62 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 9, 2014

About the author

Arthur Walkington Pink was born in Nottingham, England on April 1, 1886 and became a Christian in his early 20s. Though born to Christian parents, prior to conversion he migrated into a Theosophical society (an occult gnostic group popular in England during that time), and quickly rose in prominence within their ranks. His conversion came from his father's patient admonitions from Scripture. It was Proverbs 14:12, 'there is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death,' which particularly struck his heart and compelled him to renounce Theosophy and follow Jesus.

Desiring to grow in knowledge of the Bible, Pink migrated to the United States to study at Moody Bible Institute. In 1916 he married Vera E. Russell, from Kentucky. However, he left after just two months for Colorado, then California, then Britain. From 1925 to 1928 he served in Australia, including as pastor of two congregations from 1926 to 1928, when he returned to England, and to the United States the following year. He eventually pastored churches Colorado, California, Kentucky and South Carolina.

In 1922 he started a monthly magazine entitled Studies in Scriptures which circulated among English-speaking Christians worldwide, though only to a relatively small circulation list of around 1,000.

In 1934 Pink returned to England, and within a few years turned his Christian service to writing books and pamphlets. Pink died in Stornoway, Scotland on July 15, 1952. The cause of death was anemia.

After Pink's death, his works were republished by the Banner of Truth Trust and reached a much wider audience as a result. Biographer Iain Murray observes of Pink, "the widespread circulation of his writings after his death made him one of the most influential evangelical authors in the second half of the twentieth century." His writing sparked a revival of expository preaching and focused readers' hearts on biblical living.

Reviews

[Jan Van · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christ died under God's wrath caused by my sin,

My substitute, my atonement, so there is no condemnation. Christ's righteousness is imputed to me. Read this messages to your blessing.

[Hyacinth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very, very good and informative. The glossary of terms in the back was also beneficial. Short and deals with many aspects of one topic. I will read and refer to again and again.