Some Key Terms:

Monotheism: one God who is active in history, reveals himself, and wants to be known

 

Covenant Relationship: God's initiative to enter relationship with Israel, requiring Israel's faithful obedience to the Law of Moses

 

Covenant

Two parties enter a binding relationship, each with a role to maintain it.

 

New Covenant

Foretold by the Old Testament prophets; a covenant that transforms the hearts of God's people so they want to do what pleases God