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DPN Featured Episode: Latter Day Struggles: Exploring Eastern and Western Atonement
August 9, 2024
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In the first episode of this enlightening four-part series on Latter Day Struggles, host Valerie Hamaker welcomes back esteemed LDS theologian Fiona Givens. Together, they delve into the development of various atonement theologies and their profound impact on both the average Christian “sinner” and the “criminal.” This episode explores the historical roots of atonement theology, tracing how and why it evolved over time and examining its eventual influence on the American criminal justice system. Fiona and Valerie offer cutting-edge scholarship and a windfall of hope and healing as they begin their deep dive into reimagining God’s infinite love and compassion for all.
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