How do we know that grace is present in the Old Testament?
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Grace is evident in the Old Testament through God’s covenantal promises and His mercy towards His people.
Grace is not a New Testament concept but is richly woven throughout the Old Testament. In Exodus 34:6-7, God reveals Himself as merciful and gracious, long-suffering and abounding in goodness and truth. This reveals His character and the grace available to His people. The law itself, while demanding and perfect, serves to expose sin and does not offer salvation—this need for salvation is fulfilled in Christ's coming. The intricate dance of law and grace is seen in how God provided means of atonement and mercy even within the strictest legal context. The very covenants, starting from Abraham, foreshadow an ultimate grace that culminates in the person of Jesus Christ, who fulfills the law and brings redemption.
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