Mere Fidelity Is "Covenant" Overused?
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Jul 9, 2025 The hosts dive into the fascinating world of covenant theology, examining its vital role in both the Old and New Testaments. They critique the overuse of covenant language in modern discussions, urging for a richer understanding rooted in historical context. The conversation explores the interconnectedness of covenant and sonship, advocating for a unified approach rather than a hierarchical one. Listeners are invited to appreciate the complexity of scripture and the importance of covenants in the unfolding narrative of redemption.
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Covenant's Limited Scriptural Frequency
- Covenant language is concentrated mainly in a few New Testament chapters, notably Hebrews 8 to 10.
- Despite its theological popularity, the explicit textual frequency of covenant language in Scripture is limited.
Beyond Counting Verses
- Covenant concepts saturate Scripture beyond the number of explicit mentions.
- Counting explicit verses alone underestimates covenant's theological weight in biblical theology.
Surprise at Covenant's Textual Emphasis
- It's surprising the New Testament doesn't invoke covenant language more explicitly if it were fully load-bearing.
- Covenant may exist in the background but lacks the explicit weight expected in Scripture.
