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100 1 _aCunningham, John,
_d1819-1893
245 1 4 _aThe Ordinance of Covenanting
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2008-05-06
508 _aProduced by Stacy Brown, Jordan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Ordinance of Covenanting" by John Cunningham is a theological treatise written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the concept of covenanting as a solemn and religious act of entering into an agreement with God, emphasizing its significance in both personal and social contexts. Cunningham explores various aspects of covenants, including definitions, conditions, and duties, while drawing on scriptural references to illustrate the importance of this practice in the life of believers. The opening of the work introduces the topic of covenanting, outlining its nature, functions, and relevance in the context of religious observance. Cunningham sets the stage for an in-depth examination by discussing the meaning of a covenant, which is defined as a voluntary agreement between parties, particularly between God and humanity. The author emphasizes that covenanting is not merely ceremonial; rather, it forms a crucial aspect of the believer's relationship with God, highlighting the importance of mutual commitment and duty. He encourages a thorough investigation and understanding of this fundamental theme in scripture, underscoring its historical and contemporary significance in promoting faith and spiritual obedience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCovenant theology
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25353
999 _c66354
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