This week, we study God’s everlasting covenant, a promise rooted in love and faithfulness. From Noah to Abraham and through Christ, God’s covenant demonstrates His desire to restore broken relationships and lead us into eternal fellowship with Him. We’ll explore how God’s promises shape our lives and call us to respond with faith and obedience.

- SAT – Introduction

- Memory Text

Genesis 17:7

KJV ⁷ And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee. CEV ⁷ I will always keep the promise I have made to you and your descendants, because I am your God and their God.

- Lesson

God’s covenant is more than an agreement—it’s a relational promise rooted in His eternal love and faithfulness. In Genesis, God established a covenant with Abraham, promising to make him a great nation and to bless all people through his descendants. This promise extends to all who trust in Him.

The everlasting covenant highlights God’s desire to have a close relationship with humanity. It calls us to trust His promises and live in obedience, knowing that His love never fails.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White explains that God’s covenant reveals His plan to restore humanity. Through faith in Christ, we become heirs of this covenant, receiving blessings and the assurance of eternal life.

- Conclusion

God’s covenant is a reflection of His love and commitment to save us. It calls us to respond with faith, obedience, and devotion.

- Reflection

What does Genesis 17:7

KJV ⁷ And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee. CEV ⁷ I will always keep the promise I have made to you and your descendants, because I am your God and their God.
teach us about the everlasting covenant?

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How does God’s covenant offer us security and hope today?

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- SUN – God’s Covenant With Noah

- Lesson

Read the following:

Genesis 6:18

KJV ¹⁸ But with thee will I establish my covenant; and thou shalt come into the ark, thou, and thy sons, and thy wife, and thy sons' wives with thee. CEV ¹⁸ But I solemnly promise that you, your wife, your sons, and your daughters-in-law will be kept safe in the boat.

Genesis 9:12-17

KJV ¹² And God said, This is the token of the covenant which I make between me and you and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations: ¹³ I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. ¹⁴ And it shall come to pass, when I bring a cloud over the earth, that the bow shall be seen in the cloud: ¹⁵ And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh. ¹⁶ And the bow shall be in the cloud; and I will look upon it, that I may remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is upon the earth. ¹⁷ And God said unto Noah, This is the token of the covenant, which I have established between me and all flesh that is upon the earth. CEV ^12-13 The rainbow that I have put in the sky will be my sign to you and to every living creature on earth. It will remind you that I will keep this promise forever. ¹⁴ When I send clouds over the earth, and a rainbow appears in the sky, ¹⁵ I will remember my promise to you and to all other living creatures. Never again will I let floodwaters destroy all life. ¹⁶ When I see the rainbow in the sky, I will always remember the promise that I have made to every living creature. ¹⁷ The rainbow will be the sign of that solemn promise.

God’s covenant with Noah demonstrates His faithfulness even in times of judgment. After the flood, God promised never to destroy the earth by water again, sealing this covenant with the rainbow as a sign of hope and mercy.

The covenant with Noah reminds us that God’s promises are dependable. Just as He preserved Noah and his family, He will protect and guide us when we place our trust in Him.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White highlights that even in judgment, God offers grace. The rainbow is a constant reminder of God’s mercy and faithfulness to keep His promises.

- Conclusion

The covenant with Noah shows God’s mercy and faithfulness, assuring us that His promises are sure and trustworthy.

- Reflection

What does the rainbow symbolize in God’s covenant with Noah?

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How does God’s faithfulness to Noah give us confidence today?

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- MON – The Covenant With Abraham

- Lesson

Read the following:

Genesis 12:1-3

KJV ¹ Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee: ² 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: ³ 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. CEV ¹ The Lord said to Abram: Leave your country, your family, and your relatives and go to the land that I will show you. ² I will bless you and make your descendants into a great nation. You will become famous and be a blessing to others. ³ I will bless those who bless you, but I will put a curse on anyone who puts a curse on you. Everyone on earth will be blessed because of you.

Genesis 15:1-6

KJV ¹ After these things the word of the Lord came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward. ² And Abram said, Lord God, what wilt thou give me, seeing I go childless, and the steward of my house is this Eliezer of Damascus? ³ And Abram said, Behold, to me thou hast given no seed: and, lo, one born in my house is mine heir. ⁴ And, behold, the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, This shall not be thine heir; but he that shall come forth out of thine own bowels shall be thine heir. ⁵ And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be. ⁶ And he believed in the Lord; and he counted it to him for righteousness. CEV ¹ Later the Lord spoke to Abram in a vision, “Abram, don't be afraid! I will protect you and reward you greatly.” ² But Abram answered, “Lord All-Powerful, you have given me everything I could ask for, except children. And when I die, Eliezer of Damascus will get all I own. ³ You have not given me any children, and this servant of mine will inherit everything.” ⁴ The Lord replied, “No, he won't! You will have a son of your own, and everything you have will be his.” ⁵ Then the Lord took Abram outside and said, “Look at the sky and see if you can count the stars. That's how many descendants you will have.” ⁶ Abram believed the Lord, so the Lord was pleased with him and accepted him.

God called Abraham to leave his home and trust Him completely. Through Abraham, God established a covenant to bless all nations. Abraham’s faith in God’s promise was counted as righteousness, demonstrating that trust is central to the covenant relationship.

Abraham’s covenant shows that faith leads to obedience. It reminds us that God’s promises are fulfilled in His timing, and our role is to remain faithful as we wait for His plans to unfold.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White explains that Abraham’s faith was tested to develop trust and reliance on God. True faith believes in God’s promises, even before they are fulfilled.

- Conclusion

God’s covenant with Abraham teaches us that faith is the foundation of a relationship with Him. We are called to trust His promises and obey His Word.

- Reflection

What lessons about faith do we learn from Abraham’s covenant?

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How does Abraham’s example inspire us to trust God more fully?

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- TUE – Covenant and Obedience

- Lesson

Read the following:

Exodus 19:5-6

KJV ⁵ 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: ⁶ And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel. CEV ⁵ Now if you will faithfully obey me, you will be my very own people. The whole world is mine, ⁶ but you will be my holy nation and serve me as priests. Moses, that is what you must tell the Israelites.

Deuteronomy 28:1-2

KJV ¹ And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth: ² And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God. CEV Moses said to Israel: ¹ ^1-2 Today I am giving you the laws and teachings of the Lord your God. Always obey them, and the Lord will make Israel the most famous and important nation on earth, and he will bless you in many ways.

God’s covenant requires faith, but faith must be accompanied by obedience. In Exodus, God called Israel to obey His voice and keep His covenant. Obedience was not a condition to earn salvation but a response to God’s grace and blessings.

God’s laws reflect His love and provide guidance for living in harmony with Him and others. Obedience demonstrates trust in God’s plan, allowing us to experience the full blessings of His covenant.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White explains that obedience is the natural result of faith. True obedience flows from love, not fear. As we obey God’s commandments, our relationship with Him grows deeper, reflecting His character.

- Conclusion

Obedience is not about earning God’s favor but responding to His love. It strengthens our covenant relationship and reflects God’s character to the world.

- Reflection

What do Exodus 19:5-6

KJV ⁵ 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: ⁶ And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel. CEV ⁵ Now if you will faithfully obey me, you will be my very own people. The whole world is mine, ⁶ but you will be my holy nation and serve me as priests. Moses, that is what you must tell the Israelites.
and Deuteronomy 28:1-2

KJV ¹ And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth: ² And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God. CEV Moses said to Israel: ¹ ^1-2 Today I am giving you the laws and teachings of the Lord your God. Always obey them, and the Lord will make Israel the most famous and important nation on earth, and he will bless you in many ways.
teach about obedience?

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How does obedience strengthen our faith in God?

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- WED – A New Heart

- Lesson

Read the following:

Ezekiel 36:26-27

KJV ²⁶ A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. ²⁷ And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them. CEV ²⁶ I will take away your stubborn heart and give you a new heart and a desire to be faithful. You will have only pure thoughts, ²⁷ because I will put my Spirit in you and make you eager to obey my laws and teachings.

Jeremiah 31:33

KJV ³³ But this shall be the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the Lord, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people. CEV ³³ Here is the new agreement that I, the Lord, will make with the people of Israel: “I will write my laws on their hearts and minds. I will be their God, and they will be my people.

God’s covenant goes beyond external obedience; it transforms hearts. In Ezekiel, God promises to give His people a new heart and a new spirit. This transformation makes obedience possible, not by human effort but through the work of the Holy Spirit.

The new covenant, as described in Jeremiah, involves writing God’s law in our hearts. This reflects a deeper relationship, where obedience flows naturally from love and trust in God.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White explains that true obedience is only possible through the work of the Holy Spirit. God doesn’t just forgive our sins; He also changes our desires, helping us to live according to His will.

- Conclusion

God’s covenant is about transformation. He promises to renew our hearts, empowering us to live in faith and obedience through the Holy Spirit.

- Reflection

What do Ezekiel 36:26-27

KJV ²⁶ A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. ²⁷ And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them. CEV ²⁶ I will take away your stubborn heart and give you a new heart and a desire to be faithful. You will have only pure thoughts, ²⁷ because I will put my Spirit in you and make you eager to obey my laws and teachings.
and Jeremiah 31:33

KJV ³³ But this shall be the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the Lord, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people. CEV ³³ Here is the new agreement that I, the Lord, will make with the people of Israel: “I will write my laws on their hearts and minds. I will be their God, and they will be my people.
teach about God’s covenant?

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Why is the Holy Spirit essential in keeping God’s covenant?

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- THU – The Everlasting Covenant and the Cross

- Lesson

Read the following:

Luke 22:20

KJV ²⁰ Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you. CEV ²⁰ After the meal he took another cup of wine in his hands. Then he said, “This is my blood. It is poured out for you, and with it God makes his new agreement.

Hebrews 9:15

KJV ¹⁵ And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance. CEV ¹⁵ Christ died to rescue those who had sinned and broken the old agreement. Now he brings his chosen ones a new agreement with its guarantee of God's eternal blessings!

Jesus established the new covenant through His death on the cross. His sacrifice sealed the promises of forgiveness and restoration. The old covenant, based on animal sacrifices, pointed to Christ’s ultimate sacrifice, which fulfills God’s plan for redemption.

The cross is the center of the covenant. It reminds us of God’s grace and calls us to live in faith and gratitude. Through Jesus, we experience freedom from sin and the assurance of eternal life.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White emphasizes that the cross reveals God’s justice and mercy. Christ’s death fulfills the covenant, providing salvation and demonstrating God’s love for humanity.

- Conclusion

Jesus’ death sealed the everlasting covenant, offering forgiveness and eternal life. We are called to accept this gift and live in gratitude and faith.

- Reflection

What do Luke 22:20

KJV ²⁰ Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you. CEV ²⁰ After the meal he took another cup of wine in his hands. Then he said, “This is my blood. It is poured out for you, and with it God makes his new agreement.
and Hebrews 9:15

KJV ¹⁵ And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance. CEV ¹⁵ Christ died to rescue those who had sinned and broken the old agreement. Now he brings his chosen ones a new agreement with its guarantee of God's eternal blessings!
teach about the new covenant?

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How does the cross inspire us to live faithfully within God’s covenant?

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- FRI – Further Thought

- Lesson

This week’s lesson highlights the depth of God’s covenantal love. From Noah to Abraham and through Christ, God’s faithfulness shines. The covenant calls us to respond with faith, obedience, and gratitude. It also reminds us that God’s promises are sure and His Spirit empowers us to keep His commandments.

Through the covenant, God transforms our hearts and prepares us for eternity. It invites us to trust in His promises and live as His faithful witnesses.

- EGW Notes (Paraphrased)

Ellen White explains that living in God’s covenant means trusting His promises and reflecting His character. It involves daily surrender, faith, and obedience, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

- Conclusion

God’s covenant reflects His eternal love and calls us to faithfulness. It transforms our lives, shaping us into His image as we trust in His promises.

- Reflection

What does it mean to live in covenant relationship with God?

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How can we demonstrate our faithfulness to God’s covenant in practical ways?

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- LESSON SUMMARY

The Everlasting Covenant

This week’s lesson focused on God’s covenant, showing His faithfulness and love. It calls us to trust in His promises, accept Christ’s sacrifice, and live in faith and obedience. Through God’s Spirit, we are transformed and prepared to reflect His love and grace to the world.