What practical steps can we take to live under the new covenant's glory? Setting the Scene: Moses’ Fading Glory “Now if the ministry of death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at the face of Moses because of its fleeting glory” (2 Corinthians 3:7). Moses’ radiant face stunned Israel, yet that brilliance dimmed and pointed forward to a greater, lasting splendor secured by Christ. The Surpassing Glory We Now Carry • 2 Corinthians 3:11: “For if what was fading came with glory, how much greater is the glory that endures!” • Jeremiah 31:33-34; Ezekiel 36:26-27: God writes His law on hearts and gives a new Spirit. • Hebrews 8:10: Under the new covenant we belong to Him, and He dwells within. Living Under the New Covenant’s Glory: Practical Steps • Embrace Christ’s Finished Work – Colossians 2:13-14 affirms that the cross canceled the record of debt. – Rest daily in the truth that righteousness is imputed, not earned. • Walk in the Spirit, Not the Flesh – Galatians 5:16: “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh”. – Invite the Spirit to govern attitudes, words, and decisions each morning. • Saturate the Mind with the Word – Psalm 119:105: the Word lights the path. – Set aside regular, unhurried time for reading, memorizing, and meditating on Scripture. • Approach God with Boldness – Hebrews 4:16: “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence”. – Replace lingering guilt with grateful access, expressing praise and specific thanksgiving. • Reflect Christ’s Image Through Love – John 13:34-35: love marks true disciples. – Seek tangible ways to serve family, church, and neighbors, showcasing a glory that does not fade. • Serve in Newness of Life – Romans 7:6: released from the law to serve “in the new way of the Spirit.” – View every task—workplace, home, ministry—as Spirit-enabled worship. • Foster a Community of Grace – Acts 2:42-47 models believers devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. – Commit to local-church life, mutual encouragement, and accountability. • Keep Eternity in View – 2 Corinthians 4:17-18: present troubles are “producing for us an eternal weight of glory.” – Let future glory reshape present priorities, investing in what outlasts this age. Closing Thought The old covenant wrote commands on cold stone; the new covenant etches Christ’s life upon warm hearts. As we treasure the gospel, walk by the Spirit, and reflect His love, the unfading glory of the new covenant becomes visible in everyday life. |
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