Sep 18, 2017 Why did Christ have to die? By: Dr. John Neufeld Scripture : 1 Corinthians 15:3 Topics: THE DEATH OF CHRIST Series: THE ATONEMENT OF JESUS The Atonement of Jesus – Why did Christ have to die?: 1 Corinthians 15:3 In this one-week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks “the mysteries of the cross” to help us understand the full significance of Jesus’ atonement for our sins.