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J. V. Fesko seeks to recover and defend the doctrine of the covenant of works in this second book in his three–part series. He argues that it is biblical and a necessary element for a right understanding of God, the world, Christ and our redemption. Understanding the nature of the triune God’s interaction with Adam ultimately sets the stage for the work of the last Adam, Jesus.
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Adam and the Covenant of Works
Endorsements
A reader studying this important topic will be aided by what is in effect three books in one. Even though a reader may take a view other the author’s, he will find himself benefited by the learned detail that Professor Fesko has amassed.
Paul Helm, Emeritus Professor of the History and Philosophy of Religion, King’s College, London
This is a valuable resource for students and preachers, and an important contribution to the recovery of confidence in a vital doctrine.
David Strain, Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, Mississippi
Table of Contents
Abbreviations .......................................................................... viii
Acknowledgements .................................................................... xi
Preface .................................................................................... xiii
Introduction ............................................................................ xvii
PART I – History
I.1: Terms .............................................................................. 1
I.2: Do This and Live ........................................................... 13
I.3: Adam’s Faith .................................................................. 43
I.4: Covenant or Contract? .................................................... 55
I.5: Grace in the Covenant of Works ..................................... 77
I.6: The Covenant of Works and Sinai ................................ 107
PART II – Exegesis
II.1: Written on the Heart (Rom. 2:14-15) ............................ 161
II.2: In the Day that You Eat (Gen. 2:16-17) ........................ 183
II.3: Do This and Live (Lev. 18:5) ........................................ 199
II.4: They Broke the Everlasting Covenant (Isa. 24:5) ............. 217
II.5: Like Adam They Broke the Covenant (Hosea 6:7) ......... 239
II.6: These Are Two Covenants (Gal. 4:24) ........................... 263
II.7: Adam, Israel, and Christ (Rom. 5:12-21) ....................... 281
II.8: Captive to the Law (Rom. 7:16) .................................... 301
PART III – Doctrine
III.1: Statement of the Doctrine ............................................. 317
III.2: The Covenant of Works and Sinai .................................339
III.3: Justification and the Covenant of Works........................ 357
III.4: Grace and Merit in the Covenant of Works................... 377
III.4a: Excursus on Genesis 1:26 .............................................. 419
Conclusion ..............................................................................435
Bibliography ........................................................................... 441
Subject Index ......................................................................... 477
Scripture Index ...................................................................... 489
Product Details
Title: Adam and the Covenant of Works
Author: J. V. Fesko
Publisher: Mentor
Pages: 536
Binding: Hardcover
Size: 21.6 x 13.8 x 3.5 cm
ISBN: 9781527107281