What does the Bible say about the old and new covenants?
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The old covenant, referred to as the ministry of death, was temporary and pointed to the greater glory of the new covenant in Christ, which grants life and righteousness.
The Bible describes the old covenant as a ministry of death, designed to bring condemnation and highlight human sinfulness, as seen in 2 Corinthians 3:7-9. This covenant, while glorious, was meant to be temporary and is often seen as a shadow of the greater reality to come in the new covenant. In contrast, the new covenant established through Christ offers a ministry of righteousness that exceeds the glory of the old (2 Corinthians 3:10). This transition to the new covenant is essential for understanding God's salvation plan, as it invites believers into a direct relationship with Him, free from the condemnation that the law imposed.
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