1.1 The term covenant refers to a binding agreement or contract between two parties.: . Genesis 15:18
1.2 In the biblical context, a covenant is a promise made by God to His people.: . Genesis 9:13
1.3 Covenants are often sealed with a sign or a symbol to represent the promise made.: . Genesis 17:11
2.1 The Bible is structured around several major covenants that God made with His people.: . Genesis 9:16
2.2 These covenants reveal God's faithfulness and His plan for redemption.: . Psalm 105:8
2.3 Understanding these covenants helps us to understand the overall message of the Bible.: . 2 Samuel 23:5
3.1 The Noahic Covenant: God's promise never to destroy the earth by flood again. . Genesis 9:11
3.2 The Abrahamic Covenant: God's promise to make Abraham a great nation and to bless all nations through him. . Genesis 12:2-3
3.3 The Mosaic Covenant: God's promise to make the Israelites His people and to give them the land of Canaan. . Exodus 19:5-6
3.4 The Davidic Covenant: God's promise to establish David's throne forever. . 2 Samuel 7:16
3.5 The New Covenant: God's promise to forgive sin and write His law on the hearts of His people. . Jeremiah 31:31-34
4.1 Each of God's covenants is fulfilled in Jesus Christ.: . Luke 22:20
4.2 Through Jesus, we are made part of the New Covenant and receive the promised blessings.: . Hebrews 9:15
4.3 This fulfillment demonstrates God's faithfulness and His commitment to His promises.: . 2 Corinthians 1:20
5.1 We are called to respond to God's covenant with faith and obedience.: . Deuteronomy 7:9
5.2 We are to live as God's covenant people, reflecting His love and faithfulness in our lives.: . 1 Peter 2:9
5.3 As part of the New Covenant, we are to proclaim the good news of Jesus to others.: . Matthew 28:19-20