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The New Covenant, part 1

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

Therefore, when Christ came into the world, he said: “Sacrifice and offering you did not desire, but a body you prepared for me; with burnt offerings and sin offerings you were not pleased. Then I said, ‘Here I am—it is … Continue reading →

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The Apostles’ Teaching of 2 Covenants, part 3

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Don Merritt

Introduction The Apostles came to view the Books of the Old Testament as relating to an entirely different relationship from that of the Christian. In fact, they viewed the covenants of the Old Testament as being altogether separate from Christ’s … Continue reading →

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Apostolic Teaching of Two Covenants, part 2

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Don Merritt

Introduction Acts Chapter 10 tells the story of the conversion of Cornelius, the first recorded Gentile to be saved through Christ. This event was to have great consequences in the early church. The central question became: does a person need … Continue reading →

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Apostolic Teaching of Two Covenants, part 1

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Don Merritt

Introduction The great Commission had been given, and the plan of Ages was being revealed… the Apostles waited in Jerusalem until they received “power from on high”. God wanted it to be clear that the Apostles had the authority to … Continue reading →

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The End of the Old Covenant, part 3

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

The Death and Resurrection of Christ Jesus saw His death as formal covenant ratification, and that fact can be seen in the following verses: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you. Luke … Continue reading →

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The End of the Old Covenant, part 2

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

Jesus and the End of the Law The coming f the Christ was foretold by many of the Old Testament prophets, and it was prepared for by the last and final prophet of the Old Covenant: John. When the Christ … Continue reading →

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The End of the Old Covenant, part 1

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Don Merritt

Introduction The Jews went into exile as the prophets had said… some ended up in Babylon, others in Persia, from there many were scattered to Western Europe, India and even to Eastern China… as had been foretold, they were scattered … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: October 6

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Don Merritt

The Olivet Discourse Introduction Olivet Discourse Text: Matthew 24 and 25 Today’s Text Matthew 24:1-3 IMethodology of Study Any time you are engaged in Bible study, you must ask yourself the following questions. I’ve included the answers for this … Continue reading →

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Prophet and Covenant

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Don Merritt

The nature of History History is always an interesting subject, for it contains events that hold lasting significance. It is not merely a collection of all events that have ever taken place… such a collection would be impossible, in fact. … Continue reading →

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Covenant Oath Swearing

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Don Merritt

T prepare us for a discussion of prophet and covenant, we need to take a quick look at the covenant oath… Back in the ancient Middle East, it was customary for the two sides entering into a covenant to … Continue reading →