In what ways can Christians today uphold God's covenant in their daily lives? The everlasting covenant in flesh “Whether they are born in your household or purchased, they must be circumcised. My covenant in your flesh is to be an everlasting covenant.” (Genesis 17:13) From physical sign to heart reality • Old covenant: circumcision marked belonging to God’s people. • New covenant: Christ fulfills and deepens that mark. – “A man is a Jew if he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit.” (Romans 2:29) – “In Him you were also circumcised… having been buried with Him in baptism.” (Colossians 2:11-12) How believers today uphold God’s covenant Daily surrender • Start each day acknowledging Christ’s ownership—“You were bought at a price” (1 Corinthians 6:20). • Invite the Spirit to keep writing God’s law on your heart (Jeremiah 31:33). Obedient love • “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” (John 14:15) • Choose holiness in speech, media, sexuality, finances; faith expresses itself “through love” (Galatians 5:6). Regular remembrance • Baptism: the once-for-all entry sign of the new covenant. • Lord’s Supper: “This cup is the new covenant in My blood.” (1 Corinthians 11:25) —take it thoughtfully, examining your life. Family discipleship • Teach Scripture at home (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Model covenant faithfulness—children learn what grace-shaped obedience looks like. Church commitment • Gather consistently (Hebrews 10:24-25) to spur one another on. • Serve with your gifts; covenant people function as a body (1 Corinthians 12:27). Mission and witness • Share the gospel—God’s covenant invitation now extends to “all nations” (Matthew 28:19). • Live distinctively as “a chosen people, a royal priesthood” (1 Peter 2:9), reflecting God’s character at work, school, and community. Stewardship of resources • Tithe and give generously; everything you manage belongs to the covenant-making God. • Practice justice and mercy toward the vulnerable (Micah 6:8; James 1:27). Persevering hope • Trust God’s unbreakable promise: “He who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.” (1 Thessalonians 5:24) • Let that assurance fuel endurance amid trials, holding fast to His covenant love. In these simple, intentional rhythms, believers today carry the everlasting covenant from mere ink on a page to living testimony in the world. |
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