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Scripture and God’s Plan of Salvation

Scripture and God’s Plan of Salvation. Introduction to Divine Revelation Friday, January 3, 2020. The Old Testament recalls God’s plan to prepare humanity for salvation. Highlights include:. a. Creation, Fall and Promise of Redemption ; b. God’s covenant with Noah , and all his descendents.

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Scripture and God’s Plan of Salvation

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  1. Scripture and God’s Plan of Salvation Introduction to Divine Revelation Friday, January 3, 2020

  2. January 3, 2020 The Old Testament recalls God’s plan to prepare humanity for salvation. Highlights include: a. Creation, Fall and Promise of Redemption; b. God’s covenant with Noah, and all his descendents. c. God’s choosing of Abraham and the promise to bless allthe nations through him. Continued

  3. January 3, 2020 The Old Testament recalls God’s plan to prepare humanity for salvation. Highlights include: d. God’s covenant with Moses, calling all Israel to be an ‘older brother’ to the Gentiles.

  4. January 3, 2020 2. The New Testament revolves around Jesus Christ, the center of God’s plan of salvation. a. The Revelation in the Old Testament leads to and is fulfilled in Jesus Christ. b. The New Testament lies hidden in the Old and the Old Testament is unveiled in the New. Continued

  5. January 3, 2020 2. The New Testament revolves around Jesus Christ, the center of God’s plan of salvation. c. Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Christ (St. Jerome).

  6. January 3, 2020 3. ‘Covenant’ lies at the heart of Revelation and is the primary theme of Scripture. a. Since the Fall, God has progressively regathered His family through a series of covenants. b. Covenants form permanent sacred family bonds. Continued

  7. January 3, 2020 3. ‘Covenant’ lies at the heart of Revelation and is the primary theme of Scripture. c. A Covenant is enacted through ritual (signs) and oath swearing. d. To establish each covenant, God used a mediator as a go-between linking Himself and His family.

  8. Contracts vs. Covenants Sealed by your name Sealed by God’s name Promise Oath Exchange of goods and services Exchange of persons Temporary Permanent family bonds Fine Curse (separation from God) Prostitution Marriage

  9. January 3, 2020 Table Discussion • Read pages 30-35 of ‘A Father Who Keeps His Promises’. • Fill in the Covenant Worksheet, looking up these verses: • 1. Adam: Genesis 1:26-2:3; Exodus 31:12-18. • 2. Noah: Genesis 9:8-17. • 3. Abraham: Genesis 12:1-3; 13:1-7; 17:1-27. • 4. Moses: Exodus 12:21-28; 18:13; 19:5-6. • 5. David: 2 Samuel 7:8-19. • 6. Jesus: Hebrews 4:14; Matthew 16:17-19; Mark 14:22-24.

  10. God’s Covenants Throughout Salvation History From Dr. Scott Hahn, A Father Who Keeps His Promises Covenant Mediator Adam Noah Abraham Moses David Jesus Covenant Role 1. Husband 4. Father 10. Judge 13. King 16. Royal High Priest 7. Chieftain 14. National Kingdom 17. Catholic Church Covenant Form 2. Marriage 5. Household 8. Tribe 11. Nation Covenant Sign 3. Sabbath 6. Rainbow 9. Circumcision 12. Passover 15. Throne 18. Eucharist

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