The Bible is comprised of documents by 40 authors written over the course of 1500 years.

God’s plan was global from the beginning.

• Genesis 12:2-3 NLT

“...All the families on earth will be blessed through you.”

Covenant with Abraham (Genesis 15)

• Unilateral

• Unconditional

Bilateral Suzerain Treaty (Exodus 20ff)

• Bilateral

• Conditional

• Temporary

• For Israel

God had a different plan for you.

• Isaiah 49:6b

Jesus was the NEW that God had been promising. • Matthew 12:6, John 13:34, Luke 22:20

New Covenant (Jesus)

• Unilateral

• Unconditional

• Permanent

• For Everyone

Big Idea: The Resurrection of Jesus is the Foundation of our Faith!