The Distinctively Reformed Doctrine of the Covenant As Applied to Missions (2)

In the previous issue we outlined the doctrine of God's everlasting covenant. We took note of the fact that the covenant is not an alliance. We also concluded that the covenant does not consist of God's promise, a condition, and a blessing or penalty. Rather, the Bible teaches that the covenant is the bond of friendship and fellowship which God establishes between Himself and believers and their children in their generations (Gen. 17:7; Ps. 25:14; Acts 2:39; James 2:23). This covenant is...