Biblical Covenants of God

Summary

The video script explores the concept of biblical covenants, detailing eight pivotal agreements between God and humanity. It delves into the purpose and significance of each covenant, from the original intent for man to rule, through the fall and redemption, to the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan. Key covenants include the Adamic, Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Palestinian, Davidic, and the New Covenant, each with unique promises and implications for God's relationship with His people, culminating in the promise of a new heart and the reign of Christ.

Takeaways

• 📜 The concept of a covenant in the script refers to a binding agreement, typically between God and His people, as depicted in the Bible.
• 🌳 The Edenic Covenant, or 'Identic Covenant', is based on the idea of 'rule', with God placing man in the garden to rule and enjoy His creation, as stated in Genesis 2:15.
• 🍂 Man's rebellion, as seen in Adam's disobedience, led to the introduction of sin and death, necessitating a 'second Adam' to redeem humanity and restore God's original purpose.
• 🐍 The Adamic Covenant is centered on 'Redemption', with God's promise of enmity between the serpent (Satan) and the woman's offspring (Jesus), who will ultimately defeat sin and death.
• 🌈 The Noahic Covenant emphasizes 'restraint', showing God's mercy in preserving life through Noah's Ark and promising never to destroy all living creatures with a flood again, symbolized by the rainbow.
• 🌍 The Abrahamic Covenant focuses on 'restore', where God chooses Abraham to restore His people through promises of land (Israel), a people (the Jews), and a universal blessing.
• 📜 The Mosaic Covenant is about 'reveal', serving as a temporary guide with God's righteous standards and revealing man's need for a sacrifice, which is fulfilled by Christ.
• 🔄 The Palestinian Covenant, or 'Deuteronomic Covenant', revolves around 'return', with God calling His people back to Him and promising to fulfill the Abrahamic promises, including a new heart.
• 👑 The Davidic Covenant is about 'reign', where God promises King David an eternal throne, house, and kingdom through his greater son, Jesus Christ.
• 💧 The New Covenant, as foretold in Jeremiah and realized through Christ, is about 'regenerate', promising a new heart and the forgiveness of sins for Israel and the Church.

Q & A

What is a covenant according to the script?

A covenant is a contract or an agreement, particularly in the context of the Bible, it is made between God and His people.

How many covenants are mentioned in the script from the Bible?

There are eight covenants mentioned in the script from the Bible.

What is the key word for the Edenic Covenant and why is it significant?

The key word for the Edenic Covenant is 'rule'. It signifies God's eternal purpose for man to rule and enjoy His creation, as stated in Genesis 2:15.

What does Psalm 8 reveal about man's role in God's creation?

Psalm 8 reveals that man is made to rule over the works of God's hands and have dominion over all things, showing God's glory.

What event led to the introduction of the Adamic Covenant?

The introduction of the Adamic Covenant was a result of Adam's sin, where he ate from the tree God told him not to, bringing sin into the world.

What is the significance of Genesis 3:15 in the context of the Adamic Covenant?

Genesis 3:15 is significant as it reveals God's unconditional covenant and His curse upon the serpent, foretelling the coming of Jesus who will defeat the curse of death.

What is the key word for the Noahic Covenant and its implication?

The key word for the Noahic Covenant is 'restraint'. It reflects God's mercy and His decision to preserve life through Noah in the Ark, restraining His wrath from destroying all living creatures.

What promise did God make in the Noahic Covenant and what is the sign of this promise?

In the Noahic Covenant, God promised never to destroy all living creatures again, and the rainbow is the sign of that covenant promise.

What are the three promises God made in the Abrahamic Covenant?

In the Abrahamic Covenant, God promised Abraham land (Israel), a people (the Jews), and a blessing that would make them a touchstone of God towards all nations.

What is the key word for the Mosaic Covenant and its purpose?

The key word for the Mosaic Covenant is 'reveal'. Its purpose was to teach the righteous standards of God and reveal man's sin until the coming of Christ.

What does the Palestinian Covenant signify in terms of God's relationship with Israel?

The Palestinian Covenant signifies God's promise to return the people of Israel to the land, with the promise of a new heart, which is yet to be fulfilled with the return of Christ.

What does the Davidic Covenant promise and how does it relate to Jesus Christ?

The Davidic Covenant promises a throne, a house, and a kingdom forever to David's lineage. It relates to Jesus Christ as He is the greater Son of David, fulfilling the promise of eternal reign.

What is the key word for the New Covenant and its significance?

The key word for the New Covenant is 'regenerate'. It signifies the promise of a new heart for Israel and the forgiveness of sins, which is yet to be fully realized at the second coming of Jesus.

How does the script suggest the Christian purpose in relation to Israel?

The script suggests that the Christian purpose is not to cast aside Israel but to make Israel jealous until the second coming of Jesus, when all covenants will be fulfilled.

Outlines

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📜 Biblical Covenants: Foundational Agreements

This paragraph introduces the concept of covenants in the Bible, emphasizing their significance as contracts between God and His people. It outlines eight distinct covenants, each pivotal to understanding the overarching narrative of God's intentions for humanity. The paragraph begins with the 'Identic Covenant,' highlighting God's initial purpose for man to rule and enjoy His creation, as stated in Genesis 2:15. It then discusses the fall of man and the introduction of sin, leading to the need for redemption, which is addressed in the 'Adamic Covenant.' The paragraph also touches on the 'Noahic Covenant,' God's restraint in not destroying all life, symbolized by the rainbow, and the 'Abrahamic Covenant,' where God promises land, people, and blessings to Abraham, setting the stage for the chosen lineage of Jesus Christ.

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🔄 Covenants of Restoration and Redemption

This paragraph delves deeper into the subsequent covenants, focusing on their roles in God's plan for redemption and restoration. It discusses the 'Mosaic Covenant,' which served as a temporary guide revealing the righteous standards of God and man's need for a sacrifice, fulfilled by Jesus Christ. The 'Palestinian Covenant' is mentioned, highlighting God's call for the people to return to Him and the promises of land, seed, and a new heart,预示着 the future return and spiritual renewal of Israel. The 'Davidic Covenant' is explored, detailing the promise of an eternal throne, house, and kingdom, with a dual fulfillment in Solomon's reign and the eventual coming of Jesus Christ. Lastly, the 'New Covenant' is introduced, promising a transformation from law observance to grace, with the law written on the hearts of believers, as foretold in Jeremiah and exemplified in the Christian Church's experience of forgiveness and spiritual transformation.

Keywords

💡Covenant

A 'Covenant' is a binding agreement or contract, often between a superior and an inferior party. In the context of the video, it specifically refers to the agreements made between God and His people as described in the Bible. The video discusses eight such covenants, each with unique implications and promises that form the backbone of the narrative of God's relationship with humanity.

💡Rule

In the video, 'Rule' is used to describe God's original intention for humanity to govern and enjoy His creation, as seen in Genesis 2:15. It signifies the dominion humans were given over the earth and its creatures, which is a central theme in understanding the purpose of the Identic Covenant.

💡Redemption

'Redemption' is a key concept in the Adamic Covenant, highlighting the need for salvation from sin. The term is used to describe the process by which God, through Jesus Christ, will reverse the curse of sin brought by Adam, as mentioned in Genesis 3:15, and restore the relationship with humanity.

💡Restraint

'Restraint' is an attribute of God demonstrated in the Noahic Covenant. It refers to God's decision not to annihilate humanity due to their wickedness, choosing instead to preserve life through Noah and the Ark. This concept is crucial in understanding God's mercy and the significance of the rainbow as a sign of His promise.

💡Restore

The term 'Restore' is central to the Abrahamic Covenant, where God promises to restore His people to Himself through Abraham. It encapsulates the promises of land, people, and blessing, which are integral to God's plan for His chosen people and are exemplified in the scriptural references to Genesis 12.

💡Reveal

'Reveal' pertains to the Mosaic Covenant, where God's laws and commandments were made known to the Israelites. This term is used to describe how the Mosaic Covenant served to expose human sinfulness and the need for a Savior, as detailed in Leviticus 26.

💡Return

'Return' is a keyword in the Palestinian Covenant, emphasizing the call for the Israelites to return to God's laws after they had strayed. It signifies the promise of God to bring His people back to the land and to give them a new heart, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 30.

💡Reign

In the Davidic Covenant, 'Reign' is a keyword that denotes the promise of an eternal kingdom for David's lineage. It is exemplified by the promise of a throne, house, and kingdom to David's descendants, ultimately pointing to Jesus Christ's reign, as described in 2nd Samuel 7.

💡Regenerate

'Regenerate' is a keyword in the New Covenant, indicating the spiritual transformation God promises to His people. It is used to describe the giving of a new heart and the writing of God's law on the hearts of His people, as foretold in Jeremiah 31 and further discussed in the context of the Last Supper in the New Testament.

💡Bar Mitzvah

The term 'Bar Mitzvah', while not a covenant itself, is used in the video as an analogy for spiritual maturity and the transition from needing guidance (like a child) to taking on responsibilities (like an adult). It is used to illustrate the spiritual transformation promised in the New Covenant, where Israel will move from being taught the law to having it written in their hearts.

💡Sin

'Sin' is a fundamental concept in the script, referring to the disobedience and moral failure of humanity against God's commandments. It is the reason for the need of redemption and the central issue that all the covenants address in some form, starting with Adam's transgression in Genesis 3.

Highlights

A covenant is defined as a contract or agreement, particularly between God and His people in the context of the Bible.

There are eight covenants in the Bible, which are key to understanding God's purposes and will for His people.

The Edenic Covenant, with the keyword 'rule', signifies God's original purpose for man to rule and enjoy His creation.

Adam's rebellion led to the introduction of sin and death, necessitating a second Adam to fulfill God's original purpose.

The Adamic Covenant is centered around 'Redemption', with God cursing the serpent and promising the coming of the Messiah, Jesus.

The Noahic Covenant, marked by 'restraint', shows God's mercy in preserving life through Noah despite humanity's wickedness.

The rainbow serves as a sign of God's promise not to destroy all living creatures again, as part of the Noahic Covenant.

The Abrahamic Covenant focuses on 'restore', with God choosing Abraham to be the means of restoring His people to Himself.

In the Abrahamic Covenant, God promises land (Israel), a people (the Jews), and a blessing that extends to all nations.

The Mosaic Covenant, with 'reveal' as its keyword, serves as a temporary guide revealing God's standards and man's sin.

The Mosaic Covenant includes conditions for man, revealing the need for a sacrifice, which is fulfilled by Christ.

The Palestinian Covenant, with 'return' as its focus, speaks of Israel's disobedience and God's promise of a future restoration.

The Davidic Covenant, marked by 'reign', promises an eternal kingdom through David's lineage, pointing to Jesus Christ.

The New Covenant, with 'regenerate' as its keyword, promises a new heart and the forgiveness of sins for Israel and the Church.

The New Covenant represents Israel's spiritual maturity, transitioning from law to grace, with the law written on their hearts.

The Christian purpose is not to replace Israel but to make Israel jealous, leading to the fulfillment of all covenants at Christ's second coming.

The ultimate goal of all covenants is for God's children to rule and enjoy Him forever, as originally intended.

Transcripts

do you know what a covenant is the

Covenant is a contract or an agreement

and the Bible covenants are made between

God and His people there are eight

covenants in the Bible understanding

these covenants is the key to

understanding the entire meta-narrative

of God's purposes and ultimate will for

his people

let's take a look the identic covenant

the key word here is the word rule in

Genesis 2:15 right after God had created

man he put him in the garden told him to

care for it from the very beginning

God's eternal purpose for man was to

rule and enjoy him forever Psalm 8 says

you make him to rule over the works of

your hands you've put all things under

his feet David was saying you've made

something from nothing you're powerful

and you've made man ruler over your

creation to show your glory but man

rebelled and forsook his position we all

know the story Adam ate from the tree

that God told him not to eat and brought

sin into the world the penalty for sin

was death because God would not let man

live eternally in his sin so man lost it

we will need a second Adam to reclaim

God's original purpose for man to rule

but only after he redeems man from his

sin which brings us to the next covenant

number two is the Adamic covenant the

chief word here is the word Redemption

so because of Adam's sin God curses men

animals and the earth so it will yearn

for his Redemption so immediately after

sin occurs God tells us how he will deal

with it

genesis 3:15 god reveals his

unconditional covenant and his curse

upon the serpent by saying i will put

enmity between you and your seed meaning

satan and the woman's seed meaning jesus

he will crush your head and you will

strike his heel Satan will inflict minor

damage on Christ through crucifixion but

Christ will inflict major damage on

Satan by defeating the curse of death

Jesus is the only one who can accomplish

this because he will be born of the Holy

Spirit incarnated going around the curse

born without man sin as time went on

man's

found sin deteriorated into a sick and

depraved wasteland of evil until every

intent and thought on his heart was

wicked and God said I will wipe from the

face of the earth the human race I have

created and that took place in Genesis 6

verse 7

number 3 is called the noahic covenant

the key word here is the word restraint

this covenant shows an attribute of God

that we can be grateful for and that is

his restraint for instead of blotting

out the entire human race he preserved

Noah and all the animals in the ark and

restrained his wrath partly because of

his mercy but also partly because of his

covenants which he cannot change then in

Genesis 8:21 God makes a covenant that

he will never again destroy all living

creatures and gave Noah and the earth

the rainbow is a sign of that covenant

promise but man would soon turn back to

sin in an effort to make a name for

himself at the Tower of Babel where we

see the introduction of other gods so

God scattered them among the nations to

begin a new nation for himself

our fourth covenant is called the

Abrahamic covenant the key word here is

the word restore in Genesis 12 1 2 and 3

God chooses one man through whom he will

restore his people to himself Abraham

and in that covenant God promises him

three things and verse 1 he promises him

land and verse 2 he promises him a

people and in verse 3 he promises him

blessing the land was Israel the people

were the Jews and the blessing is they

will be the touchstone of God towards

all the people of every nation to know

of him through them to bless those who

bless you and to curse those who curse

you and God made good on his promise to

because as the nation grew greatly Egypt

enslaved them and God saw their

affliction and cursed Egypt greatly

through Moses and brought them safely

out in the Exodus our fifth covenant is

called the Mosaic Covenant key word here

is the word reveal now that Israel had

grown into a great multitude of people

God brought them to

cyanide to make a covenant this covenant

was to serve as a temporary supervisor

teaching the righteous standards of God

and reveal man's sin until the coming of

Christ in Leviticus 26 God tells Israel

in verse 1 have no other gods verse to

keep the Sabbath verse 3 keep his laws

and Commandments so while the first four

covenants were only up to God the Mosaic

Covenant has conditions for man and

through those conditions men will have

his sin revealed and he will see the

need for a sacrifice the Mosaic Covenant

was temporary until Christ fulfilled

every requirement of it living perfectly

and dying is the perfect sacrifice for

the sins of all who believed the sixth

covenant is called the Palestinian

covenant it's key word is return well

the old guys died and the young guys

forgot the Mosaic Covenant and didn't

keep God's laws so in Deuteronomy 29 God

tells them that they will not keep his

covenant and in Deuteronomy 30 verse 2

and 3 he tells them come back to me

because when they do and verse 4 and 5

reminds them of what God promised in the

Abrahamic covenant land seed and

blessing in verse 6 something more a new

heart which hasn't happened yet until

Christ returns and gathers them to a new

land the seventh covenant is called the

Davidic covenant and the key word here

is the word reign after 500 years of

judges chaotically administering God's

law God appointed a king named David

King David loved the Lord with all of

his heart and in 2nd Samuel 7 12 through

16 God makes a covenant with David that

he will give David's son Solomon three

things number one a throne number two a

house and number three a kingdom forever

after David died Solomon received the

benefit of this covenant with the most

prosperous Kingdom in Israel's history

but the Covenant promise was forever and

Solomon eventually died so this covenant

had a second meaning to reveal David's

greater son of another nature Jesus

Christ who would be from David's royal

line

490 years later the eighth covenant was

called the New Covenant key word here is

the word regenerate after david and

after many evil Kings in Israel and

Judah God sends Israel into exile under

Babylon but before he does he promises

them in Jeremiah chapter 31 verse 27

through verse 34 that he will bring them

back one day and give them and god

invents a term here he will give them a

new covenant and verse 32 God says they

have been like babies needing their hand

held but in verse 33 one day they will

be sons with new hearts like a Jewish

boy going through Bar Mitzvah becoming a

man this is Israel's Bar Mitzvah the law

was for babies teaching them about their

sin grace is for sons of God with the

law written on their hearts John the

Baptist said behold the lamb of God who

takes away the sins of the world it

hasn't happened to Israel yet but Jesus

spoke of this new covenant at the Last

Supper for the church as we were grafted

in so we got their King and their

covenant and in verse 34 God will

forgive everything they've done the

Christians purpose doesn't cast aside

Israel but makes Israel jealous until

the second coming of Jesus when all the

covenants will be fulfilled and God's

purpose from the very beginning for his

children to rule and enjoy him forever

will be accomplished once and for all

and those ladies and gentlemen are the

covenants of God