What is Covenant?
Hebrew: berith (בְּרִית)
A solemn agreement or promise between God and His people. The Bible describes several covenants, including those with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and the New Covenant through Jesus Christ.
Key Bible Verses
“I establish my covenant with you: Never again will all life be destroyed by the waters of a flood.”
Genesis 9:11
“The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the people of Israel.”
Jeremiah 31:31
“But in fact the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the covenant of which he is mediator is superior to the old one.”
Hebrews 8:6
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More Theology Terms
Grace
Unmerited favor from God; the free and undeserved gift of salvation that God offers to humanity through faith in Jesus Christ. Grace cannot be earned through works but is given freely by God's love.
Salvation
Deliverance from sin and its consequences through faith in Jesus Christ. Salvation includes forgiveness of sins, reconciliation with God, and the promise of eternal life.
Faith
Complete trust and confidence in God and His promises. Biblical faith involves believing in what is not seen and acting on that belief. It is the foundation of the Christian life.
Redemption
The act of being bought back or rescued from bondage. In the Bible, redemption refers to Christ's sacrifice that frees humanity from the slavery of sin through His blood.