229. Same Substance, Different Mode: Calvin on God's Covenant

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This episode explores John Calvin's perspective on the relationship between the Old and New Testaments as outlined in his Institutes of the Christian Religion, focusing on Book Two, Chapters 9-11.

Dr. J. Mark Beach looks at Calvin's view of law and gospel, explaining how Calvin sees both continuity and differences between the testaments. Key points include:

Calvin's understanding of how Christ was revealed in the Old Testament and more fully manifested in the New Testament.
The similarities between the Old and New Testaments, including the same covenant substance and hope of salvation.
Five key differences Calvin identifies in how the covenants are dispensed, including:

The shift from earthly to heavenly focus
The transition from shadows to reality in Christ
The contrast between letter and spirit
The move from bondage to freedom
The expansion from one nation to all peoples

The episode provides a nuanced look at Calvin's theology, emphasizing his view that while the manner of dispensation differs, the substance of God's covenant remains the same across both testaments.

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