This past Easter was difficult for me. I have been questioning a lot, doubting a lot. I wasn't doubting the crucifixion or the resurrection, but I was struggling with what those meant. What exactly was sacrificed? What was gained? Was it purely the violent, physical death of an innocent man that somehow assured my salvation? How does that work? Why does that work?
And what kind of God would orchestrate such a macabre atonement?
