Chapter 6 – Jesus and Paul
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