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COVENANT
Talk No. 1: OUR COVENANT IN CFC
Expanded Outline
A. Introduction.
1. In CFC we encounter the word "covenant".
a) After the CLP, as a condition for membership in CFC, we entered into the
"Covenant of the Couples for Christ".
b) As we read the Bible, we find out that its two parts, the Old Testament and
the New Testament, are covenants.
c) All Christians actually have a covenant with God by virtue of baptism.
d) Also, as baptized Christians, we have a covenant relationship with one
another. We have a commitment of loyalty, unity, and service.
2. We need to understand more about our covenant.
a) It is at the heart of where we are at right now.
b) We need to appreciate the concrete situation, which allows us to live out our
covenant.
B. What is a covenant?
1. A covenant is a solemn agreement between parties through which they commit
themselves to certain relationships, tasks, obligations or ways of living.
2. Two types of covenant relationships.
a) Between parties equal in power and position.
* Gen 21:22-32. Abraham and Abimelech.
* 1 Sam 18:1,3-4. David and Jonathan.
* Marriage partners.
b) Between parties unequal in power and position.
* In this case, it is unilaterally bestowed by the greater on the lesser.
* E.g., a conqueror with his new subjects. He provides military protection
while exacting loyalty and tribute.
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