CityLight NYC Church Podcast

The Dangers of Covenant Mixing and the Power of God's Grace

11.28.2023 - By CityLight Church, New York NY USAPlay

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Get ready to unravel the mysteries of the Old and New Covenants in the Bible. We promise you an enlightening journey where you will comprehend the importance of living under the New Covenant, as opposed to mixing it with the Old Covenant. The Old Covenant symbolizes the law - a mirror to show humanity their inability to reach God’s holy standard. On the other hand, the New Covenant, embodied by Sarah, represents grace - a finished work that assures believers their acceptance and approval by God. Through this exploration, you'll appreciate the significance of these two covenants and understand why they can't coexist.

We continue this spiritual exploration by addressing the consequences of mixing the covenants, a common mistake that often clouds our understanding of God's grace. We expose the misconception of needing to add to the completed work on the cross for salvation. As believers, God’s favor is already upon us; we don't need to earn it through our efforts. Our conversation takes you back to the early church, using examples like circumcision to illustrate how this issue has persisted. We share our personal struggles with this mindset, nudging you to consistently evaluate your motives and actions in light of God's grace.

Lastly, we dissect the vital topic of faith and its connection to our relationship with God. We eradicate the misunderstanding that God’s help is earned by works, underlining that our salvation and righteousness are anchored solely on Jesus' completed work on the cross. Your faith, nurtured through love, is a key to experiencing God's grace fully. Remember, you don't have to overburden yourself with trying to meet a standard; instead, embrace the love and grace of God. This episode promises to be a spiritual feast, and we can't wait for you to partake in it!

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