Christ Fulfills All: Introducing the Biblical Covenants

by Richard P. Belcher Jr.

Publisher:

Christian Focus

, 2024

Overview

Get a better understanding of the whole structure of the Bible with this easy introduction to covenant theology

The Bible is written in covenant language. The more you understand the structure of the Bible the better you will understand the major message of the Bible and see how everything fits together.

There is a unity to the message of the Bible, centered around covenant theology, related to God’s plan to restore broken human beings who have rebelled against him. Covenant theology explains how we became broken and how God plans to save us. The gospel itself is dependent on the covenantal framework of Scripture.

Richard P. Belcher, Jr., John D. and Frances M. Gwin Professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary, brings his extensive understanding of the way covenants underpin the whole Bible to this book, and introduces us to the concepts in such a way that no prior knowledge is required. Includes ‘Points of Interest’ and reading list for further study.

Key Features

• Explains the way covenants underpin the whole Bible
• Introduces us to the concepts in such a way that no prior knowledge is required
• Includes ‘Points of Interest’ and reading list for further study

Contents

• Preface:Why Study Covenant Theology
• 1 What Is a Covenant?
• 2 The Covenantal Structure of Scripture
• 3 The Covenant of Works
• 4 The Initiation of the Covenant of Grace
• 5 The Covenant with Noah
• 6 The Covenant with Abraham
• 7 The Covenant with Moses
• 8 The Covenant with David
• 9 The New Covenant
• 10 Christ Fulfills All Covenant Promises
• Suggested Reading

Praise for Christ Fulfills All

This short book is a superb introduction to covenant theology. For anyone seeking to understand how God’s covenant promises run through all the pages of Scripture, and for anyone seeking to marvel anew at how Christ fulfils them all, this book is the first place to go.

—Thomas Davis, Minister, Carloway Free Church, Isle of Lewis, Scotland

Well–researched and concisely written... will be the first resource I recommend to anyone wanting to learn more about covenant theology.

—John W. Tweeddale, Vice President of Academics and Professor of Theology, Reformation Bible College, Sanford, Florida

An outstanding introduction to covenant theology... clear, concise, and accessible. Belcher’s academic experience combined with his pastoral sensitivity are evident throughout.

—Miles V. Van Pelt, Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Languages, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi

Product Details

• Title: Christ Fulfills All: Introducing the Biblical Covenants
• Author: Richard P. Belcher Jr.
• Publisher: Christian Focus
• Print Publication Date: 2024
• Logos Release Date: 2025
• Pages: 104
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subjects: Covenant theology; Covenant theology › Biblical teaching
• ISBNs: 9781527111813, 1527111814
• Resource ID: LLS:CHRSTFLFLCVNNTS
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2025-05-02T17:17:15Z

About Richard P. Belcher Jr.

Richard P. Belcher Jr. is the John D. and Frances M. Gwin Professor of Old Testament and Academic Dean at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina. His books include Job: The Mystery of Suffering and God’s Sovereignty, Ecclesiastes: A Mentor Commentary, and Prophet, Priest, and King. He is a contributor to IVP’s Dictionary of the Old Testament: Wisdom, Writings and Poetry.