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Israel was in a covenant relationship with God, but as prophesied by Jeremiah 31:31, it was to be replaced (Heb. 8:8). It was replaced by the covenant Jesus initiated at His death and resurrection. He shared the fruit of the vine with the apostles and said, “For this is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for forgiveness of sins” (Matt 26:28).
When we believed on Jesus as our Savior, when we confessed Him as the Son of God, when we repented of sin, when we were united with Him in baptismal burial, we accepted the terms of His covenant. We entered into a contractual agreement with God. It is far more binding than any other agreement/contract we may ever make, and the blessings are indescribably beautiful.
We are in a covenant relationship with God. Let us do our best to fulfill our part in it as we serve the Lord. We definitely got the very best part of the deal. Praise God for His mercy and kindness.
Rick Laing
Highland Village church of Christ
Austin, TX