The justification for works on the NCT (New Covenant Theology) seems to be at least fivefold. First, it has seemed to some of us that if the New Testament is the apex of God’s revelation, then we ought to read the earlier parts of Scripture in its light. The point seems self-evident, but for some of us it was nevertheless hard to arrive at. Second, the NT is very explicit in making believers “slaves” of Jesus Christ. The implications of this are far reaching; here we simply note the fact. Third, a nagging question arises when OT law becomes too prominent in discussions of Christian morals and ethics. The question is: Which is the higher revelation of the character of God, the Ten Commandments or the person, work and teaching of Jesus Christ?... A fourth thing calls for an understanding of NCT: the renewed emphasis in our day on exegetical and biblical theology as a source of systematic. This has inevitably called into question the way Christians read their creeds and confessions. Finally, in one of the odd providences that the Lord sometimes sends our way, those who defend New Covenant Theology find themselves falling in with an emphasis that has been prominent throughout church history.

Fred Zaspel

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
			8	Servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2	c	Fresh lemon juice
2	ts	Lemon zest
2	tb	Red onion; minced
1	tb	Honey
2	ts	Capers; drained, chopped
1	tb	Chopped fresh dill
2/3	c	Olive oil
		Salt and ground pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, onions, honey,
capers and dill. Whisk in oil in a stream. Season to taste with salt and
pepper. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days. Yield:
approximately 2 cups

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