The Covenant | Jamb Christian Religious Studies

The Flood and God’s Covenant with Noah (Gen. 6:1-22; 7:1-24; 9:1-17)

1. Genesis 6:1-22 introduces the wickedness of humanity and God's decision to send a flood.
2. God observed that mankind's evil had become pervasive and irreversible.
3. God found favor with Noah, described as a righteous man in a corrupt generation.
4. Noah was instructed to build an ark to survive the impending flood.
5. The ark was to be made of gopher wood and covered inside and out with pitch.
6. God commanded Noah to take his family—his wife, three sons, and their wives—into the ark.
7. Two of every kind of animal, male and female, were to enter the ark to preserve life.
8. The flood would last for 40 days and 40 nights, during which waters would cover the earth.
9. Noah was to store enough food in the ark for his family and the animals.
10. God established the ark as the place of refuge for Noah and his family.
11. The flood was both a judgment on sin and an act of divine mercy.
12. Genesis 7:1-24 details the actual flood, where the rains fell for 40 days.
13. The waters rose above the mountains, covering the earth completely.
14. Noah and his family, along with the animals, were saved in the ark.
15. The floodwaters cleansed the earth of corruption, as God’s judgment was carried out.
16. The ark rested on the mountains of Ararat when the floodwaters began to recede.
17. Noah sent out a raven, followed by a dove, to check for dry land.
18. After the dove brought back an olive leaf, Noah knew the waters had receded.
19. God commanded Noah to leave the ark when the earth was dry.
20. Genesis 9:1-17 records God’s covenant with Noah after the flood.
21. God blessed Noah and his sons, instructing them to be fruitful and multiply.
22. God gave mankind dominion over the earth and its creatures, reinforcing the creation mandate.
23. Humans were now permitted to eat meat, but not to consume blood.
24. God established the sanctity of human life, declaring that anyone who sheds human blood should be punished.
25. The rainbow was given as a sign of God’s covenant, symbolizing His promise not to destroy the earth with a flood again.
26. God’s covenant with Noah is an eternal promise, as symbolized by the rainbow.
27. This covenant extends to all living creatures, ensuring their preservation.
28. The flood story highlights both God’s judgment and His mercy towards the righteous.
29. Noah’s faith and obedience in building the ark made him a model of righteousness.
30. The flood serves as a symbol of God’s ability to restore the world after judgment.
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God’s Covenant with Abraham (Gen. 11:31-32; 12:1-9; 17:1-21; 21:1-13; 25:19-26)

31. Genesis 11:31-32 introduces Abraham (then Abram) and his family’s journey to Canaan.
32. God called Abram to leave his homeland and go to a land He would show him.
33. God promised Abram that He would make him into a great nation.
34. Genesis 12:1-9 describes God's call to Abram, where God promises blessings and a great name.
35. God also promises that through Abram, all the families of the earth would be blessed.
36. Abram obeyed God and traveled to Canaan, where he built altars to worship the Lord.
37. Genesis 17:1-21 marks the covenant of circumcision, where God establishes an everlasting covenant with Abram.
38. God changes Abram’s name to Abraham, meaning "father of many nations."
39. God promises to make Abraham the father of many nations and gives him the land of Canaan.
40. Abraham's descendants are to be circumcised as a sign of the covenant.
41. Genesis 17:15-21 introduces Sarah’s name change and God’s promise that she will bear a son, Isaac.
42. Abraham laughed at the thought of having a child at his old age, but God reaffirmed His promise.
43. God commands Abraham to circumcise every male in his household as a sign of the covenant.
44. The covenant with Abraham is not just for him but for his descendants, and God promises to be their God.
45. Genesis 21:1-13 records the birth of Isaac, fulfilling God’s promise to Abraham and Sarah.
46. Sarah laughed when she heard she would have a child in her old age, but God’s word proved true.
47. God’s covenant with Abraham was a promise of land, descendants, and blessings.
48. Genesis 25:19-26 recounts the birth of Isaac’s sons, Esau and Jacob, continuing the Abrahamic covenant.
49. God promised Abraham’s descendants would inherit the land of Canaan.
50. Abraham's faith in God's promises is seen as righteousness in God's eyes.
51. The covenant with Abraham is foundational to the nation of Israel.
52. The Abrahamic covenant introduces the concept of grace and divine election.
53. God’s covenant with Abraham also includes the promise of blessings for all nations through his seed.
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God’s Covenant with Israel (Ex. 19; 20; 24:1-11 cf. Deut. 28:1-19)

54. Exodus 19 describes God’s covenant with Israel at Mount Sinai, where He promises to make Israel a kingdom of priests.
55. God instructs Moses to prepare the people to meet Him, as He will reveal Himself on the mountain.
56. Israel is chosen as God’s treasured possession, a holy nation set apart from other nations.
57. Exodus 20 contains the Ten Commandments, which are the heart of Israel’s covenant with God.
58. The Ten Commandments serve as the moral and legal foundation for Israel’s relationship with God.
59. The commandments focus on love for God and for others, establishing Israel's holiness.
60. Exodus 24:1-11 describes the covenant ceremony, where Moses and the elders of Israel confirm the covenant with God.
61. Moses sprinkles the blood of a sacrifice on the people, symbolizing their commitment to the covenant.
62. God promises to bless Israel if they obey His commands, but warns of curses for disobedience.
63. The covenant with Israel is conditional, requiring faithfulness to God’s commands.
64. Deuteronomy 28:1-19 outlines the blessings for obedience, including prosperity, peace, and victory over enemies.
65. If Israel obeys God, they will be established as a holy people, set apart for God’s purposes.
66. Deuteronomy 28:15-68 lists the curses for disobedience, including suffering, exile, and defeat.
67. The covenant with Israel emphasizes the need for faithfulness to God’s law.
68. Israel’s success as a nation is tied directly to their obedience to God’s commands.
69. The covenant with Israel includes both blessings and curses as part of a conditional relationship.
70. Israel’s covenant serves as a foundation for understanding God's justice and mercy.
71. Israel's covenant with God highlights His desire for holiness among His people.
72. The covenant with Israel points forward to the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises in Christ.
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The New Covenant (Jer. 31:31-34; Ezek 36:25-28)

73. Jeremiah 31:31-34 introduces the New Covenant, which God will establish with the house of Israel and Judah.
74. This new covenant is different from the one made with their ancestors, which they broke.
75. The New Covenant will be written on the hearts of the people, not on tablets of stone.
76. God promises to forgive their iniquities and remember their sins no more.
77. In the New Covenant, all people will know God, from the least to the greatest.
78. The New Covenant represents a closer, more personal relationship between God and His people.
79. The New Covenant is fulfilled through Jesus Christ, who offers salvation and forgiveness.
80. Ezekiel 36:25-28 speaks of God cleansing His people from all impurity and giving them a new heart.
81. God promises to put His Spirit within them, empowering them to follow His decrees.
82. The New Covenant is an internal transformation, marked by the presence of God’s Spirit.
83. God will restore Israel to their land, and they will live in peace and prosperity.
84. The New Covenant is characterized by spiritual renewal and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.
85. The New Covenant fulfills the promise of a restored relationship with God, as prophesied in the Old Testament.
86. The covenant emphasizes God’s grace, forgiveness, and transformation.
87. The New Covenant is not based on human effort but on God's initiative and grace.
88. Jesus Christ is the mediator of the New Covenant, fulfilling the promises of the Old Testament.
89. The New Covenant is a universal promise, extending beyond Israel to all nations.
90. It provides access to God’s forgiveness and eternal life through faith in Christ.
91. The New Covenant offers hope for a renewed heart and a restored relationship with God.
92. The New Covenant involves both individual and corporate transformation.
93. Jesus’ death and resurrection sealed the New Covenant, establishing a new way of relating to God.
94. The New Covenant marks the beginning of a new era in God's redemptive plan.
95. It emphasizes the forgiveness of sins and the internalization of God's law in believers' hearts.
96. The New Covenant is an invitation to all people to be reconciled to God.
97. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to live in accordance with God’s will.
98. The New Covenant brings an end to the need for animal sacrifices, as Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice.
99. The New Covenant opens the way for believers to enter into a direct, personal relationship with God.
100. Jesus’ words at the Last Supper, "This is the blood of the new covenant," signify the inauguration of this covenant.
101. The New Covenant promises spiritual renewal, a new heart, and a new spirit for all believers.
102. Through the New Covenant, God promises to be with His people forever.
103. The New Covenant brings fulfillment to God’s promises to His people in the Old Testament.
104. The New Covenant is a promise of salvation for all who believe in Jesus Christ.
105. The New Covenant offers the promise of eternal life and spiritual transformation.
106. God’s promises in the New Covenant are unconditional, secured by the work of Jesus Christ.
107. The New Covenant calls believers to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind.
108. Through the New Covenant, God brings about a deeper, more intimate relationship with His people.
109. The New Covenant is characterized by grace and forgiveness, not by works of the law.
110. The New Covenant emphasizes the importance of faith in Christ for salvation.
111. The New Covenant guarantees God's presence in the lives of believers through the Holy Spirit.
112. The New Covenant is the fulfillment of God's plan of redemption for humanity.
113. It marks the final restoration of humanity’s relationship with God.
114. The New Covenant allows for transformation, healing, and renewal for all people.
115. The New Covenant establishes a new community of believers, united in Christ.
116. The New Covenant is an everlasting promise, sealed by the blood of Jesus.
117. The New Covenant calls believers to live in the power of the Holy Spirit and in obedience to God.
118. The New Covenant is the ultimate fulfillment of God’s plan for salvation.
119. The New Covenant establishes the foundation for Christian living and worship.
120. The New Covenant offers the hope of redemption, peace, and eternal life through Jesus Christ.

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