Patrick Schreiner presents six key reasons why the cross stands at the center of the Christian faith. From revealing the love of the Triune God and accomplishing redemption to defeating spiritual powers and shaping Christian identity, the cross is shown as the ultimate expression of God’s love, justice, and call to discipleship.
Published on August 18, 2025
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Patrick Schreiner (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is associate professor of New Testament and biblical theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous books, including Matthew, Disciple and Scribe, The Transfiguration of Christ, a commentary on Acts, The Ascension of Christ, The Mission of the Triune God, The Visual Word, Political Gospel, and The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross.
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