To take hold of the covenant of grace, one must release their reliance on the covenant of works and embrace faith in Christ.
Taking hold of the covenant of grace is fundamentally about letting go of the covenant of works. Many attempt to earn God's favor through their actions, misunderstanding that salvation is a gift, not a reward for effort. To embrace the covenant of grace, individuals must acknowledge their inability to fulfill God's law and turn to Christ, who is the ultimate fulfilment of that law. Through faith, they take hold of the promises made in the covenant of grace, realizing that Christ is their righteousness. As believers yield to this truth, they experience true rest and assurance in their salvation, knowing it is grounded in the faithfulness of God rather than their own performance.
Scripture References:
Isaiah 56:6, Philippians 3:9, John 6:37
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