![]() ![]() With clarity, testimony, and understanding, The Infinite Atonement teaches us rich and wonderful truths about this "doctrine of doctrines." and elevates our spirits as we contemplate the perfect love of Him who gave all that we might receive all. It must be felt, not just 'figured internalized, not just analyzed.The Atonement of Jesus Christ is the most supernal, mind-expanding, passionate doctrine this world or universe will ever know." "An attempt to master this doctrine requires an immersion of all our senses, all our feelings, and all our intellect," Brother Callister writes, "Given the opportunity, the Atonement will invade each of the human passions and faculties.The Atonement is not a doctrine that lends itself to some singular approach, like a universal formula. Through discussing the effects of the fall of Adam and our individual sins, he reminds us in a powerful way of the incalculable debt of gratitude we owe Christ for his unparalleled offering. He explains the relationship of justice and mercy and the importance of ordinances. He explains the blessings that flow from the Atonement, providing insight into the resurrection, repentance, and the gifts of peace, motivation, freedom, grace, and exaltation. Using the scriptures and the words of the prophets, Brother Callister explores the Savior's divinity and the depth of his love for mankind. He also clearly teaches the core doctrine of the Church to help members share it in a clear and powerful way. He thoughtfully probes the infinite scope of this "great and last sacrifice," describing its power and breadth and explaining how it redeems us all. Callisters book outlines the basic principles of that blueprint and demonstrates the strength of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as the one church that matches it. Callister offers us what may be the most comprehensive, yet understandable, treatment of the Atonement in our day. With The Infinite Atonement, Brother Tad R. The Atonement is the central act of human history, the pivotal point in all time, the doctrine of doctrines." It is just so with the Atonement of Jesus Christ. "Even some doctrines, though interesting and fun to discuss, must take a backseat to more fundamental and foundational doctrines. Callister is an emeritus General Authority Seventy and was the 21st Sunday School General President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. ![]() 'It is God's divine gift to every soul who wants to return to Him and become more like Him. Millet in his foreword to this landmark book. The Book of Mormon is a book for all seasons,' Brother Callister writes. "Some things simply matter more than others," writes Robert L. ![]()
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