Understanding Christ's Atonement: Gethsemane or Calvary?

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Explore the profound concept of Christ's Atonement as highlighted in the Bible and debated among 792 BYU students. Delve into the significance of where Jesus mainly atoned for our sins - whether in the Garden of Gethsemane or on the Cross at Calvary.

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Welcome to Class! Before We Start Please sit relatively close (social distance, but not too much!) Get to know some of the people sitting by you where from, what major, the class they are most excited about (besides this one , etc.) Seriously, don t be shy, get to know some people! Enjoy this music: Open Hands, by Laura Story and Mac Powell

The Scriptural Emphasis on Christ s Crucifixion The following are the learning outcomes for this lesson: Feel the Holy Ghost Identify and act on at least one specific thing you will do in your life as a result of our discussion today. Be able to answer the questions from today s class period (see QR code)

Although Christ's Atonement was a process, where would you say Jesus mostly atoned for our sins? In the Garden of Gethsemane On the Cross at Calvary

What is Christs Atonement? The Bible Dictionary defines Christ s Atonement as follows: Jesus Christ by His selection and foreordination in the Grand Council before the world was formed, His divine Sonship, His sinless life, the shedding of His blood in the garden of Gethsemane, His death on the cross and subsequent bodily resurrection from the grave made a perfect atonement for all mankind.

Although Christ's Atonement was a process, where would you say Jesus mostly atoned for our sins? 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 Across 752 students, 88 percent said, In the Garden of Gethsemane, and 12 percent said, On the Cross at Calvary. Similar patterns have been found in surveys with adults ranging in age between 25-65.

Although Christ's Atonement was a process, where would you say Jesus mostly atoned for our sins? In the Garden of Gethsemane On the Cross at Calvary Equally in Gethsemane and on Calvary

Although Christ's Atonement was a process, where would you say Jesus mostly atoned for our sins? Across 792 BYU Students Surveyed

Where Does this Focus on Gethsemane Come From?

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins on the cross Verses need to specify an explicit connection with redemption, suffering for sin, etc. Verses needs to explicitly be about Gethsemane or the Crucifixion/death of Christ. Suffer does not count unless there is a specific reference to Gethsemane or crucifixion/death ( suffering is sometimes connected with Gethsemane (see Mosiah 3:7), but also with Christ s death (see 1 Nephi 19:10 12, Jacob 1:8, and Helaman 14:20). Atoning blood does not count unless there is a specific reference to Gethsemane or crucifixion/death (such verses could be about Christ bleed[ing] at every pore (D&C 19:16 18) or The blood of his cross (Colossians 1:20).

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins on the cross

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins on the cross 21 New Testament Passages John 3:14 15, 12:32, Romans 5:6, 8, 10, 1 Cor. 5:7, 15:3, 2 Cor. 5:15, Galatians 3:13, Ephesians 2:16, Colossians 1:20, 21 22, 2:14, 1 Thess. 5:10, Hebrews 9:15, 9:26, 10:10, 12, 1 Peter 2:24, 3:18, Revelation 5:8-9

While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). Christ died for our sins (1 Corinthians 15:3). Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree [cross], that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness (1 Peter 2:24). At least 21 New Testament passages teach Christ died for our sins

But What About Luke 22:44? Isaiah 53:4?

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins on the cross 2 Total Passages

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins on the cross 2 Total Passages Mosiah 3:7 Doctrine & Covenants 19:16 19

But What About Alma 7:11-13?

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Died for our Sins on the Cross 53 Total Passages John 3:14 15, 12:32, Romans 5:6, 8, 10, 1 Cor. 5:7, 15:3, 2 Cor. 5:15, Galatians 3:13, Ephesians 2:16, Colossians 1:20, 21 22, 2:14, 1 Thess. 5:10, Hebrews 9:15, 9:26, 10:10, 12, 1 Peter 2:24, 3:18, Revelation 5:8-9 2 Total Passages Mosiah 3:7 Doctrine & Covenants 19:16 19 1 Nephi 11:33, 2 Nephi 2:7-8, 9:5, 26:24, Mosiah 14:12, 15:7-9, 12, 18:2, Alma 21:9, 22:14, 30:26, 33:22, 34:15, Helaman 14:15, 3 Nephi 9:21-22, 11:14, 27:14, Ether 12:33 Doctrine and Covenants 18:11, 20:23- 25, 21:9, 35:2, 45:4-5, 46:13, 53:2, 54:1, 76:41, 138:2, 35, 57, and Moses 7:47, 55.

I Nephi saw that he was lifted up upon the cross and slain for the sins of the world (1 Nephi 11:32). These are they whose sins he hath borne; these are they for whom he hath died, to redeem them from their transgressions (Mosiah 15:12). He [Christ] surely must die, that salvation may come (Helaman 14:15). At least 18 Book of Mormon passages teach Christ died for our sins

I am Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who was crucified for the sins of the world (Doctrine and Covenants 35:2). Redemption had been wrought through the sacrifice of the Son of God upon the cross (Doctrine and Covenants 138:35). At least 12 Doctrine and Covenants passages teach Christ died for our sins

Enoch . . . cried unto the Lord, saying, . . . When shall the blood of the Righteous be shed And the Lord said unto Enoch: Look, and he looked and beheld the Son of Man lifted up on the cross, after the manner of men (Moses 7:47, 55). Even the short Pearl of Great Price refers to Christ s Crucifixion

Scriptures Stating Christ Suffered for our Sins in Gethsemane Scriptures Stating Christ Died for our Sins on the Cross 53 Total Passages John 3:14 15, 12:32, Romans 5:6, 8, 10, 1 Cor. 5:7, 15:3, 2 Cor. 5:15, Galatians 3:13, Ephesians 2:16, Colossians 1:20, 21 22, 2:14, 1 Thess. 5:10, Hebrews 9:15, 9:26, 10:10, 12, 1 Peter 2:24, 3:18, Rev. 5:8-9 (21) 2 Total Passages Mosiah 3:7 Doctrine & Covenants 19:16 19 1 Nephi 11:33, 2 Nephi 2:7-8, 9:5, 26:24, Mosiah 14:12, 15:7-9, 12, 18:2, Alma 21:9, 22:14, 30:26, 33:22, 34:15, Helaman 14:15, 3 Nephi 9:21-22, 11:14, 27:14, Ether 12:33 (18) Doctrine and Covenants 18:11, 20:23- 25, 21:9, 35:2, 45:4-5, 46:13, 53:2, 54:1, 76:41, 138:2, 35, 57 (12), and Moses 7:47, 55 (2).

An Important Clarification Gethsemane and the Cross are not in competition with each other. Both are vital aspects of Christ s Atonement. My point is that some church members some of the time underemphasize the importance of Christ s Crucifixion.

An Important Clarification The reason why I have demonstrated the scriptural emphasis on Christ s Crucifixion is because it seems that many Latter-day Saints have an internalized belief that Gethsemane is more important than the Cross in terms of salvation from sin. If people have that belief, they will be less likely to want to learn more about Christ s Crucifixion. I hope that the fact that the scriptures and church leaders emphasize the atoning significance of the Crucifixion motivate us to want to study it more carefully because doing so will change our lives.

Why Does It Matter?

Why Does It Matter? The scriptures are our standard works understanding what they say matters. When Church members accurately understand the importance of Christ s Crucifixion it can help them build bridges with other Christians. Better comprehending what the Savior experienced on the cross can deepen our connection with him and his Atonement. Additional reasons (discussed in our next class)

Any increase in our understanding of His atoning sacrifice draws us closer to Him.

What Does Christ Emphasize? Scriptures Where Christ is Clearly Speaking of Gethsemane Scriptures Where Christ is Clearly Speaking of Calvary 1 Passage Doctrine & Covenants 19:16 19

What Does Christ Emphasize? Scriptures Where Christ is Clearly Speaking of Gethsemane Scriptures Where Christ is Clearly Speaking of Calvary 1 Passage Doctrine & Covenants 19:16 19 21 Passages 3 Ne. 9:21 22; 11:14; 27:14; 28:6; D&C 6:37; 27:2; 35:2; 45:4 5; 52; 53:2; 110:4 Matt. 16:21; 17:22; 20:18; 26:2; John 3:14; 8:28; 10:15, 17; 12:32; 15:13

Ihave been slain for the sins of the world (3 Nephi 11:14). My Father sent me that I might be lifted up upon the cross (3 Nephi 27:14) I, the Lord was crucified for the sins of the world (Doctrine and Covenants 53:2).