arrangement in which both parties contributed to the renewal of relationships (see 1 Cor. 7:11). However, when this doctrine of reconciliation is referred to in connection with salvation, every reference speaks of man as the one reconciled. God is never said to be reconciled in Scripture. His standards and demands of holiness and righteousness remain the same. Through Christ’s work of redemption the price for sin was paid. God the Father accepted this sacrifice. His demands were satisfied. This is
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