Basics
What is an example of a covenant between two people and God?
Marriage
What is the sign of the Noahic covenant?
Rainbow
True or False. Abraham is a descendant of Noah.
True.
True or False. Moses was an Egyptian who helped the Israelites.
False, Moses was an Israelite.
True or False. David was originally a shepherd.
True.
What is a covenant?
The binding of persons in the context of relationship
He promises to never permit a flood of that severity to happen again.
Why is it hard for Abraham to believe that God would be able to make his descendants into a strong nation?
He is old and has no descendants.
Where did God give Moses the 10 Commandments and institute this covenant?
Mount Sinai
What is the Davidic Covenant?
God tells David that one of his descendants will be an everlasting king.
What is the difference between a conditional and unconditional covenant?
A conditional covenant requires that the people do something in order to receive the benefit of the covenant. Unconditional means there is no required action.
Who is involved in the Noahic covenant?
God, Noah and all living creatures
What are the three covenants that God makes with Abraham?
1. Great Nation
2. Great Kingdom
3. Worldwide Blessing to All People
Is the Mosaic covenant(s) conditional or unconditional? Why?
Conditional because the Israelites are asked by God to be obedient to what the Lord has commanded.
Is the Davidic covenant(s) conditional or unconditional? Why?
Unconditional because David does not have to do anything.
Why does God use covenants?
To reveal Himself and grow in relationship with the few with his sights on all.
Is the Noahic covenant(s) conditional or unconditional? Why?
Unconditional because Noah does not have to do anything.
Is the Abrahamic covenant(s) conditional or unconditional? Why?
1st one is conditional (must leave homeland)
2nd and 3rd are unconditional - Abraham doesn't have to do anything
What is the Mosaic covenant?
God promises to bless His Chosen People, Israel, on the condition that they remain faithful to the commandments He gives them.
How does Jesus fulfill the Davidic covenant?
He is the descendant of David who is the King of Kings who reigns forever.
What is the difference between a promise, a contract, and a covenant?
Promises are agreements with no officialized/written component. Contracts are legal, written agreements. Covenants are binding two together in a relationship.
Why did God choose Noah?
Noah found favor with God because he was a just and righteous man.
How does Jesus fulfill the Abrahamic covenant?
He is the descendant of Abraham who provides universal blessing to the entire world.
How does Jesus fulfill the Mosaic Covenant?
Jesus is perfectly obedient to the law.
What prophet did God speak through to communicate with David?
Nathan