Chapters 8 and 9 to an insightful discussion on the Law and Mosaic covenant. Robertson emphasizes the Mosaic Law and covenant must not be confused with the original covenant of works made with Adam, e.g., in contrast to the covenant of works the Mosaic law code contained the provision of sacrifice in the event of sin.[14] Next, in Chapter 10, Robertson discusses the Davidic covenant, i.e., the promise that Davids house, kingdom and throne are established forever (2 Sam. 7:16).[15] Robertson elaborates and explains that God tells David that his descendant who rules after him will be designated as Gods own son: I will be his father, and he will be my son.[16] The consistent testimony of the New Testament it is Jesus Christ the Messiah of David who is Gods own Son who sits on Gods throne, which is Davids throne.[17]
Robertson concludes his book with three significant chapters. In Chapter 11, he discusses the New Covenant and how Christ is the fulfillment of all the promises of the former divine covenants. The New Covenant is the last covenant because that which God has intended all along in redemption will be accomplished in the New Covenant.[18] In Chapter 12, Robertson gives helpful suggestions for tracing continuity from the former covenants into the New Covenant. Robertson explains, Balance must be found between continuity and newness in the relation of the old covenant to the new.[19] There are both contrasting as well as continuous aspects of the old and new covenant, but the contrast is drastic which means the new covenant must not be seen merely as a renewal of the old covenant.[20] The New Covenant is definitively and meaningfully different than the old. Robertson tells his readers that the newness of the new covenant must be appreciated more fully. [21] This newness is most appreciated when we study the scriptures of the Old and New Testament and understand and appreciate how the new covenant completes the redemption promised under the old.[22] In the final chapter, Robertson surveys each of the divine covenants and explains how each covenant highlights the majesty and might of the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.[23] As mentioned earlier, it is Robertsons contention that the covenant magnifies the cross.[24] Robertson throughout this short book demonstrates precisely how the divine covenants magnify the cross.
I know this is a lot but I didn’t want to buy the book. Just write on what I posted here and use the bible to answer the questions. I had to be a little creative.
In addition, From your reading in Covenants (by O. Palmer Robertson), write a 2-3 page reflection paper on the book. Please be sure to reflect on what you learned and what you can apply to your life.
