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What does the Bible say about the two covenants?

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The Bible describes two main covenants: the covenant of works, which demands perfect obedience, and the covenant of grace, through which God offers salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

The concept of the two covenants, notably the covenant of works and the covenant of grace, is foundational in Reformed theology. The covenant of works, as understood traditionally, is one where God's favor is conditional upon perfect obedience to His law. This stands in contrast to the covenant of grace, which involves God's promises of salvation not based on human merit but on the perfect righteousness of Christ. In Galatians, the Apostle Paul emphasizes the promise made to Abraham, linking it to the gospel and underscoring that God's eternal purpose for salvation is fulfilled through Jesus Christ, who mediates our covenant with God.
Scripture References: Galatians 3:6-29, Galatians 4:21-28, Psalm 25:14, Psalm 50:5, Romans 8:3-4, Galatians 4:21-31, Romans 11:7, 2 Samuel 23:5, Galatians 4:21-24

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