Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

What’s New in the New Covenant?

Oct 25, 2024

06:25

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Delve into the transformative power of God’s new covenant and its profound implications for believers. Discover how it shifts God's law from an external inscription to an internal guide within the heart. Uncover the significance of the Holy Spirit, who empowers righteous living and provides direct access to God through Jesus. Explore the rich tapestry of biblical covenants and how the arrival of Christ fulfills ancient prophecies in a breathtaking way.

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The new covenant’s transformation enables believers to internalize God's law and fosters a deep, personal relationship with Him through Christ.

Each covenant reflects the consistent theme of grace, exemplifying God's desire for His followers to embody His character and live in joyful obedience.

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The Unfolding of God's Covenant of Grace

God's covenant of grace is a consistent theme stretching from Genesis to the New Testament, revealing a singular promise throughout multiple covenants. Each covenant possesses unique characteristics, yet they all branch from the foundation of grace, which calls for total and joyful obedience from believers. The Mosaic covenant, for example, provided detailed directives, such as the Ten Commandments, which continue to be relevant in the new covenant context. This framework illustrates God’s intention for His followers to embody His character, as emphasized by the apostolic teaching that believers are predestined to be conformed to the image of Christ.

Unfolding the New Covenant of Grace

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The Transformation of the New Covenant

4min

The prophets promised a new covenant for God’s people, and Jesus announced its arrival. But what change did this new covenant bring? Today, Sinclair Ferguson expounds on the glory that has come to us in the coming of Christ.

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