Renewing Your Mind The Covenant of Grace
Mar 12, 2025
J.V. Fesko, Harriet Barbour Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, dives into the covenant of grace, the one true path of salvation established by God. He contrasts it with the covenant of works, stressing the significance of Genesis 3:15 as the first promise of redemption. Fesko illustrates how God's relationship with humanity unfolds through key biblical narratives, demonstrating how Christ fulfills these covenants. The discussion emphasizes grace over human effort, inviting listeners to deepen their understanding of this transformative doctrine.
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Covenant of Grace vs. Works
- The Covenant of Grace contrasts with the Covenant of Works, where Adam could earn eternal life through obedience.
- In the Covenant of Grace, Christ fulfills this obedience, offering salvation by grace through faith.
One God, One Plan
- Irenaeus of Lyons argued for one God and one plan of redemption across both Testaments.
- He opposed Marcion's view of separate Old and New Testament gods.
Grace After the Fall
- Despite Adam and Eve's continued sin after the fall, God showed grace by covering their nakedness and communing with them.
- Adam demonstrated faith by renaming his wife Eve, acknowledging God's promise of salvation through her seed.