Title: The Promise Keeper

Speaker: Rob Berreth

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26-8:13

Episode Overview:

In this message, we journey through the biblical storyline of God’s saving work, tracing three great covenants: the Covenant of Works with Adam, the Covenant of Grace fulfilled in Christ, and the Covenant of Redemption established before creation within the Trinity. Where Adam failed and we still fall short, Jesus perfectly obeyed, completed the work, and now sits and serves as our eternal High Priest. This covenant of grace is not earned but secured by Christ, and rooted in a plan made before time began. At the heart of it all is a simple and profound truth: God saves sinners.

Key Highlights:

• Covenant of Works: Adam's obedience was the condition for life, but he failed—“If I obey, I’ll be accepted.”

• Covenant of Grace: Through Jesus’ obedience and sacrifice, we are now accepted—“Because He obeyed, I am accepted.”

• Covenant of Redemption: Before creation, Father, Son, and Spirit covenanted together to redeem a people by grace.

• Jesus is Seated: His work is finished—unlike Old Testament priests, He sits, declaring final victory.

• Jesus is Serving: Even now, He ministers on our behalf in heaven.

• Jesus is Securing: A new covenant written on our hearts, promising mercy and permanent relationship.

• Final Takeaway: As J.I. Packer put it, God saves sinners. All of it—from planning to completion—is God’s work of grace.

Call to Action:

Take time this week to slow down and consider what it means that God saves sinners. Let that truth shape your prayers, your repentance, your worship, and your sense of security. Ask yourself:

Am I still trying to earn what Christ has already finished?

Do I live like Jesus is seated—like the work is done?

Do I trust the Spirit is actively applying grace to my heart today?

Consider this simple line: God saves sinners. Let it reshape how you see God—and how you walk with Him this week.

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