Sealed With an Oath

by Williamson, Paul R.

• ISBN13: 9780830826247
• ISBN10: 0830826246
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-03-01
• Publisher: Ivp Academic

Summary

Paul Williamson looks at the role of the covenant concept in Scripture and the meaning of this terminology. He then sets the idea of covenant in the context of God's universal purpose, and traces the idea through Noah and the patriarchs, the nation of Israel and the kingship of David. Lastly, he shows how the new covenant is anticipated in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New. Williamson offers new insights into key texts and issues related to the theme of covenant. He is not afraid to challenge established positions. One example is his dual-covenant approach to God's dealings with Abraham. His robust scholarship will be appreciated by scholars, lecturers and students in theology, ministers and all who have a serious interest in the covenant concept. Features and Benefits Provides exposition of the theme of covenant in the Old and New Testaments Offers fresh insights into key texts and issues Engages with established views Accessible scholarship

Table of Contents

Biblical theology and the covenant concept	p. 17
Covenant and God's universal purpose	p. 44
God's universal covenant with Noah	p. 59
God's programmatic covenants with the patriarchs	p. 77
Gods national covenant with Israel	p. 94
God's royal covenant with David	p. 120
God's new covenant anticipated by the prophets	p. 146
God's new covenant inaugurated through Jesus	p. 182
God's new covenant consummated in the eschatological kingdom	p. 208
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