Biblical Theology Research Series

Papers

Open-access studies in biblical theology, New Testament interpretation, atonement, soteriology, and eschatology by Chris White.

Independent theological research

This page collects formal papers published by Chris White through Chris White Ministries. The papers are written to contribute to ongoing discussions in biblical studies while remaining accessible to pastors, students, and interested readers outside the academy.

Each paper has its own permanent details page containing the complete abstract, publication information, recommended citation, DOI, and a freely available PDF.

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2026Paper No. 1

The Scapegoat and Atonement

How Satan’s Power of Death Is Defeated Through Christ’s Descent to Hades

This paper asks whether the second goat of Leviticus 16 supplies a complementary mechanism for understanding how Christ defeated the devil through death.

  • Chris White
  • Biblical Theology Research Series
  • Open access
  • PDF
2026Paper No. 2

Imputed Righteousness and Union with Christ

Pauline Participation, Justification, and the Question of Eternal Security

This paper reframes the debate over imputed righteousness around the mechanism by which righteousness becomes the believer’s, emphasizing participation and union with Christ.

  • Chris White
  • Biblical Theology Research Series
  • Open access
  • PDF

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