ETCF III.23 Covenant

From Essential Truths of the Christian Faith by R.C. Sproul

(c) 1992 R. C. Sproul Published by Tyndale ISBN 0-8423-2006-1

Part III. The Works and Decress of God ~ 23. Covenant

Biblical passages for reflection
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Genesis 15; Exodus 20; Jeremiah 31.31-34; Luke 22.20; Hebrews 08; Hebrews 13.20-21;

Summary:

Elements of a covenant:

1. Preamble: identifies the sovereign.
2. Historical prologue: rehearses the history of the relationship between the parties.
3. Stipulations outline the terms of the convenant.
4. Oaths/Vows: the promises that bind the parties to the terms.
5. Sanctions: the blessings and curses (rewards and punishments) to be enacted for keeping or breaking the covenant.
6. Ratification: the sealing of the convenant by blood, i.e., animal sacrifice or the death of Christ.
   

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