In the sermon titled "Covenant of Grace" preached by Don Bell, the central theological doctrine addressed is the nature and implications of the New Covenant as presented in Jeremiah 31:31-34. Bell articulates that this covenant is distinct yet fundamentally rooted in God's grace, contrasting it with the previous covenant made with Israel, which they broke. He emphasizes that the New Covenant provides a transformed heart and a spiritual nature, fulfilling God's promise to pour His law into believers' hearts rather than relying on external adherence to the law (Jeremiah 31:33). Supporting his points, Bell draws from other Scriptures including Ezekiel 36:26 and Romans 8:2 to illustrate how God enables His people to know Him intimately, ensuring their salvation is secure (as highlighted in verse 34). The practical significance of this message underscores the assurance of salvation for God's elect and the transformational work that the Holy Spirit accomplishes in their lives, emphasizing that salvation is entirely based on Christ's work, not human effort.
“God’s covenant is certain and guarantees salvation to all of God’s elect.”
“This business of the covenant of grace has to deal with the heart... salvation is a heart word.”
“The first principle that God puts in our heart after He saves us and renews us in our heart is the love of God.”
“When something's gone, it's completely gone… God said, all their iniquities are forgiven, all of them.”
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