Theology for the Church The Davidic Covenant with Stephen Wellum
Aug 18, 2025
Stephen Wellum, a Professor of Christian Theology at Southern Seminary, delves into the Davidic Covenant and its significance within various theological frameworks. He explains how this covenant interconnects with the Messiah’s role as the ultimate Davidic king. Listeners will discover the implications of the covenant on Israel's history and future fulfillment in Christ. The discussion also navigates the 'already not yet' tension of eschatology and critiques traditional views, illuminating the narrative of Scripture through the lens of God's covenant promises.
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Different Systems, Same Davidic Focus
- The Davidic covenant functions differently across systems but always points to Christ as the ultimate Davidic king.
- Progressive covenantalism emphasizes the covenant's role in shaping a regenerated church under Christ rather than a purely ethnic Israel fulfillment.
From Adam To The True Israel King
- The Bible's covenant storyline moves from Adam to corporate Israel to an individual Davidic king who embodies Israel's role.
- The Davidic king is depicted as the true Israel and a covenantal head like Adam, destined to bring God's rule.
Everlasting House And Sonship Promised
- 2 Samuel 7 establishes Davidic promises of an everlasting house and a father-son relationship between God and the king.
- These promises require an eternal, divine Son to fulfill what historical Davidic kings failed to accomplish.
