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#84 Why did Jesus have to die? What did it achieve?

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#84 Why did Jesus have to die? What did it achieve?

September 23, 2021
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Is saying Jesus 'had to die' putting a limit on God's forgiveness? And if Jesus defeated sin why does the world still look so bad? Tom answers these and other listener questions.   Support the show – give from the USA or Rest of the world (and get the show e-book) ·     For bonus content, the newsletter, prize draws and to ask a question sign up at www.askntwright.com  ·     Exclusive podcast offers on Tom’s books and videos from SPCK & NT Wright Online ·     Subscribe to the Ask NT Wright Anything podcast via your preferred podcast platform

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