How can we apply God's covenant renewal in Ezekiel 16:62 to our lives? Understanding God’s Covenant Renewal Ezekiel 16:62: “So I will establish My covenant with you, and you will know that I am the LORD.” • God initiates the covenant—our works never earn it • He seeks relationship, not mere rule-keeping • Renewal means restoration after failure, not replacement What the Covenant Reveals About God • Relentless love: He pursues the unfaithful (Romans 5:8) • Unbreakable promise: His word stands (Numbers 23:19) • Personal revelation: He makes Himself known (Jeremiah 24:7) Our Covenant Response • Repentance—turning from every rival love (Ezekiel 18:30-32) • Whole-hearted loyalty—“no other gods” (Exodus 20:3) • Trust—resting in His character (Hebrews 10:23) • Spirit-empowered obedience (Jeremiah 31:33; Ezekiel 36:26-27) Living Covenant Renewal Each Day 1. Begin with surrender: “I belong to You today.” 2. Confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). 3. Read Scripture as covenant letters from your King. 4. Remember Christ’s blood in Communion (Luke 22:20). 5. Guard affections—cut off influences that dull love for God (Proverbs 4:23). 6. Serve others as covenant family (Ephesians 4:32). 7. Record daily gratitude for His faithfulness. Scriptures That Strengthen Assurance • Isaiah 54:10—His covenant of peace cannot be shaken. • Hebrews 8:10—His law written on hearts. • 1 Peter 2:9—A people for His own possession. • Romans 12:1-2—A renewed mind proves His good will. Walking Forward • Celebrate grace that overcomes past failures. • Let “you will know that I am the LORD” define your identity today. • Live so others glimpse God’s unchanging faithfulness through you. |