Term
moral influence theory
The theory that Christ's death was a demonstration of God's love intended to move people to repentance, rather than a payment for sins.
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Definition
The theory that Christ's death was not a payment for sins, but simply a demonstration of God's love that moves us to repent and trust God.
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Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 27C.4Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 27C.4.
Last revised August 14, 2026