Biblical Covenants as Foundation of Redemption

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Facilitator’s Guide

🎯 Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will:

1. Understand the role of covenants as God’s framework for redemption.

2. Identify the major biblical covenants and their progression.

3. Connect the Old Covenant promises to their fulfillment in Christ.

4. Recognize how covenant shapes the believer’s identity and mission today.

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📖 Core Scripture Readings

• Genesis 9:11 – “And I will establish my covenant with you; neither shall all flesh be cut off any more by the waters of a flood; neither shall there any more be a flood to destroy the earth.”

• Genesis 12:2–3 – “And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.”

• Exodus 19:5–6 – “Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: for all the earth is mine: And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation.”

• Jeremiah 31:31 – “Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah.”

• Luke 22:20 – “Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.”

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📚 Teaching Content Outline

1. Introduction: God’s Covenant Plan

   • Covenant = God’s binding agreement revealing His redemptive purposes.

   • Every covenant reveals a dimension of God’s grace, promise, and requirement.

2. The Major Covenants in Scripture

   • Noahic Covenant (Genesis 9:11) – Preservation of creation.

   • Abrahamic Covenant (Genesis 12:2–3; 15:18) – Blessing to all nations.

   • Mosaic Covenant (Exodus 19:5–6) – Law, holiness, and priesthood.

   • Davidic Covenant (2 Samuel 7:12–16) – Promise of a Messianic King.

   • New Covenant in Christ (Jeremiah 31:31; Luke 22:20; Hebrews 8:6) – Fulfillment in Jesus.

3. Covenantal Progression

   • God’s covenants are not separate but progressive revelations pointing to Christ.

   • Jesus = fulfillment of all covenant promises (2 Corinthians 1:20).

4. Practical Implications for Believers

   • Covenant defines our identity (chosen, redeemed, royal priesthood).

   • Covenant demands loyalty (obedience, worship, mission).

   • Covenant empowers mission (blessing to all nations through Christ).

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⏰ Suggested Schedule

• Introduction & Icebreaker – 10 min

• Teaching Session – 25 min

• Group Scripture Exploration – 20 min

• Application Discussion & Prayer – 20 min

• Wrap-up & Assignments – 10 min

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💡 Facilitator Tips

• Use visuals (timeline of covenants).

• Encourage learners to trace the “redemptive thread” in each covenant.

• Reinforce Christ as the final covenant-keeper.

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Student Workbook Section

✍️ Key Concepts

• Covenant = God’s framework for redemption.

• Old Testament covenants reveal God’s plan in stages.

• Jesus is the mediator of the New Covenant.

• Believers live as covenant people, blessed to be a blessing.

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📖 Reflection Questions

1. How does understanding covenants deepen your appreciation of God’s plan?

2. Which covenant most encourages you, and why?

3. How can you live as a covenant witness to others today?

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📝 Exercise

• Draw a timeline of the covenants from Noah to Christ.

• Write 3 ways the New Covenant impacts your daily life.

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🙏 Prayer Focus

• Thank God for His faithfulness in keeping His covenants.

• Ask the Spirit to help you walk faithfully in the New Covenant through Christ.

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PowerPoint Outline (Slides)

Slide 1: Title – Biblical Covenants as Foundation of Redemption
Slide 2: Learning Objectives
Slide 3: Definition of Covenant
Slide 4: Key Scriptures (Genesis 9:11, Genesis 12:2–3, Exodus 19:5–6, Jeremiah 31:31, Luke 22:20)
Slide 5: The Major Covenants (Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, New)
Slide 6: Covenant Progression → All fulfilled in Christ
Slide 7: Practical Implications (Identity, Loyalty, Mission)
Slide 8: Discussion Questions
Slide 9: Exercise (Draw Covenant Timeline)
Slide 10: Closing & Prayer