8. Doesn’t the atonement give us a new legal standing before God that makes us acceptable to Him in spite of our “sinning in thought, word, and deed every day”?
Don’t you believe it! Jesus didn’t part with his lifeblood merely to change some postulated legal status in front of God up in heaven but to change the state of sinful hearts and consciences down here on earth. He wants more children like Jesus right here and now! Christ’s Resurrection acquits all who trust him so they get set free from bondage to sin and start bearing the fruit of personal wholesomeness and public rectitude for their new Master. Our continuing in sin is not an acceptable option to God. His goal is that we achieve mature obedience and resolute integrity as his purchased and adopted children and future heirs. We have works to do! Awards to win!
The Premial Atonement 