- 1. The New Covenant refers to the theological concept found in the Christian tradition, particularly in the New Testament, which represents a new relationship between God and humanity, established through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Unlike the Old Covenant, which was centered around the Law given to the Israelites and the sacrificial system of animal offerings as outlined in the Hebrew Scriptures, the New Covenant is characterized by grace, forgiveness, and the internalization of God's laws. It promises the regeneration of believers through the Holy Spirit, who empowers them to live according to God's will, thus transforming their hearts and minds. The New Covenant is often celebrated in Christian traditions through practices such as Communion or the Eucharist, where believers remember the Last Supper of Jesus, during which He expressed the significance of His sacrifice and its role in fulfilling the promise of the New Covenant. This covenant signifies a universal offer of salvation, inviting all to partake in a direct relationship with God, based not on adherence to the law but on faith in Christ as the mediator who reconciles humanity to God.
What does Jesus refer to as His blood, symbolizing the New Covenant?
A) Vinegar
B) Oil
C) Wine
D) Water
- 2. How does one enter into the New Covenant according to Christian belief?
A) Through faith in Jesus
B) By following the law
C) By performing rituals
D) Through lineage
- 3. Which book of the New Testament discusses the New Covenant extensively?
A) Revelation
B) James
C) Acts
D) Hebrews
- 4. Who were the first to recognize Jesus as initiating the New Covenant?
A) The Romans
B) The Pharisees
C) The Samaritans
D) His disciples
- 5. In communion, what do bread and wine symbolize concerning the New Covenant?
A) Human offerings
B) Body and blood of Christ
C) Old sacrifices
D) New laws
- 6. What does Romans 8:1 say about those in the New Covenant?
A) Only the righteous will live
B) They must follow every law
C) They will face judgment
D) No condemnation for those in Christ
- 7. Who wrote extensively about the New Covenant in the book of Hebrews?
A) Peter
B) James
C) Unknown author
D) John
- 8. What is the primary text that discusses the New Covenant?
A) Jeremiah 31:31-34
B) Exodus 20
C) Psalm 23
D) Isaiah 53
- 9. What role does Jesus play in the New Covenant?
A) King only
B) Prophet
C) Mediator
D) Judge
- 10. During which festival did Jesus institute the New Covenant?
A) Atonement
B) Tabernacles
C) Pentecost
D) Passover
- 11. What is the result of receiving the New Covenant?
A) Eternal life
B) Perfect health
C) Earthly power
D) Immediate wealth
- 12. In addition to Jesus, who else is noted as having a covenant with God?
A) Jacob
B) Noah
C) Saul
D) Solomon
- 13. When believers partake in the Lord's Supper, they are remembering what?
A) The New Covenant
B) Abraham's covenant
C) The Old Covenant
D) Moses' law
- 14. Which prophet foretold the New Covenant?
A) Ezekiel
B) Isaiah
C) Daniel
D) Jeremiah
- 15. What is the role of faith in the New Covenant?
A) It can be ignored
B) It is essential for salvation
C) It is not important
D) It is secondary
- 16. Who is called the mediator of the New Covenant?
A) Jesus Christ
B) Moses
C) David
D) Abraham
- 17. In what context did Jesus say, 'This is the new covenant in my blood'?
A) At his resurrection
B) During the Last Supper
C) When he was baptized
D) During a sermon on the mount
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