Me Thinks

I enjoyed reading this book, and the thoughts from Brother Wilcox strengthened my understanding and appreciation of the Atonement.  Here are a few great lines from the book:

We have a Savior who covers us, a Redeemer who changes us, and a Good Shepherd who is willing to go in search of us again and again—continuously.

(pg. 3)

The Atonement is not just about paying debts but about transforming debtors.

(pg. 73)

Christ’s power is not an emergency generator that turns on once our supply is exhausted.  It is not a booster engine once we run out of steam.  Rather, it is our constant energy source.  If we think of Christ only making up the difference after we do our part, we are failing to keep the promise we make each Sunday to remember Him always.

(pg. 104)

The Atonement is not just for the prodigal sons out there, but also for all their brothers and sisters who stayed home.  It’s not just for the thieves crucified next to Christ, but for the faithful disciples who looked on as well.  No one can make it to heaven alone.  We must have a covenant relationship with God and Christ, who an take the very ropes of sin that previously bound us down and lift us up.

(pg. 191)