“The Vindication of Imputation,” by D. A. Carson, in JUSTIFICATION: WHAT’S AT STAKE IN THE CURRENT DEBATES, edited by Mark Husbands and Daniel J. Treier

A “Bonus” Chapter Summary from Books At a Glance

By Benjamin J. Montoya

 

The Debate on Imputation

The theological topic of “imputation” has received mixed assessments as of late. Imputation refers to our sin being transferred, or imputed, to Christ and his righteousness being counted for, or imputed to, us. It is the language of a “great exchange.” Some scholars still affirm it as absolutely necessary for understanding for anyone professing to be a Christian. Others, however, think that the language is problematic and not found in the NT. What should we think of this topic? Is it biblical? It is good to use this kind of language theologically? The goal of this short article is to focus on elements of this debate on imputation to vindicate the concept.

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