Tracing the Covenants — God's Promises from Adam to Jesus

If you want to understand the Bible, you need to understand the covenants. They are the backbone of the biblical story — the binding promises God made with His people that structure everything from Genesis to Revelation.

Each covenant builds on the one before it, revealing more of God's character and more of His plan. And every covenant finds its ultimate "yes" in Jesus Christ.

What You'll Explore

Over 14 days, you'll trace each major covenant through Scripture:

• The covenant with creation — God's original design for the world
• The covenant with Noah — preservation and common grace
• The covenant with Abraham — a people, a land, and a blessing for all nations
• The covenant at Sinai — law, sacrifice, and the holiness of God
• The covenant with David — an everlasting kingdom
• The new covenant — promised by the prophets, inaugurated by Jesus

Why Covenants Matter

The covenants are not just ancient agreements — they reveal the deepest logic of the gospel. Why did Jesus die? Because a covenant had been broken and a penalty was owed. Why do believers have assurance? Because God's covenant promises are unbreakable. Why is there a church? Because God promised Abraham that through his offspring all nations would be blessed.

Guided by Trusted Voices

This plan draws on the work of Graeme Goldsworthy (According to Plan, Gospel and Kingdom) and N.T. Wright (The New Testament and the People of God, The Day the Revolution Began), two scholars who have illuminated how the covenants hold the Bible together.

Whether you're new to covenant theology or looking to deepen your understanding, this plan will transform the way you read every page of Scripture.