The Covenant with Adam—A Brief Historical Analysis
This article by Rev. Angus Stewart examines the historical development of the doctrine of the covenant with pre-fall Adam in Reformed theology, tracing perspectives from Augustine through Calvin to Herman Hoeksema. Stewart analyzes whether Calvin explicitly taught a covenant with Adam and explores how this doctrine has been understood and defended within the Reformed tradition. The resource provides a concise historical overview useful for understanding this particular point of Reformed covenant theology.
Rev. Angus Stewart (slightly modified from an article first published in the Standard Bearer) Reformed churches teach a covenant relationship between pre-fall Adam and the Triune God. In this article, we shall analyze the views of various theologians, especially John Calvin, culminating in the work of Herman Hoeksema who identified the covenant, including the covenant with Adam, as fellowship between the living God and His son whom He created in His own image. 1. Is There a Covenant With...