How can we apply the concept of covenant in our daily Christian walk? The Covenant in Christ’s Blood Matthew 26:28: “This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness…” What Covenant Means • A covenant is God’s binding promise, backed by His character and sealed in blood (Exodus 24:8; Hebrews 9:15). • Jesus’ words declare a new, unbreakable agreement: His life given so we receive full forgiveness. • As literally true as the cross itself, this covenant frames everything about our relationship with Him. Living in Covenant Reality • Receive forgiveness daily—don’t rehearse guilt Christ already carried (1 John 1:9). • Remember who you are: the Spirit writes God’s law on your heart (Jeremiah 31:33; 2 Corinthians 3:6). • Obey from gratitude, not fear—covenant love energizes holy living (John 14:15). • Keep short accounts with God and people; the covenant provides immediate cleansing (Hebrews 9:14). • Celebrate Communion regularly—“do this in remembrance of Me” (1 Colossians 11:25)—to refresh covenant awareness. Guarding Covenant Loyalty • Flee rival allegiances (1 John 5:21). Covenant faithfulness tolerates no competing idols. • Immerse your mind in Scripture; covenant terms are spelled out in God’s Word (Psalm 1:2). • Pray the promises—stand on what God has covenanted to do (Philippians 4:6-7). • Expect discipline as covenant love, not rejection (Hebrews 12:6-11). Covenant and Community • Treat fellow believers as covenant family—honor, forgive, sacrifice (Ephesians 4:32). • Serve others; covenant blessing overflows through you (Genesis 12:3 fulfilled in Galatians 3:14). • Practice accountability—spur one another on to covenant faithfulness (Hebrews 10:24-25). Quick Takeaways • Christ’s shed blood guarantees your forgiveness and adoption. • Covenant living means ongoing repentance, joyful obedience, and fearless trust. • Guard your heart, nurture covenant relationships, and keep Christ’s sacrifice central every day. |
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