Covenant in the New Testament

In the New Testament, Jesus made a new covenant with his followers by giving out bread and wine during the last supper. In the early Church, celebrating the Lord’s Supper, as a symbol of the covenant with Christ, was an important ritual.

Jesus’ Last Supper

Related Bible passages

Matthew 26.26 - Matthew 26.29 Mark 14.22 - Mark 14.24 Luke 22.19 - Luke 22.22 1 Corinthians 11.23 - 1 Corinthians 11.25

Christian Faith

Covenant in the New Testament

Covenant in the Old Testament

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