A thought on covenant:
In Suzein-Vassal covenant, between two unequal parties, let me focus on Abraham with God.
God as a superior power and Abraham as much inferior power. In this:
1. Only the superior power can initiate the treated.
2. Only the superior power gives the terms to the other.
3. No provision of negotiations or bargain from the inferior party.
4. The inferior party big role is to abide and act as the terms.
A thoughtful point:
– Is salvation through Jesus, the same kind of covenant?
– Can it in any way be altered or negotiated?
– can us, as inferior party, do only what is applicable and acceptable to our culture, status or wisdom?
– why is us as subscribers to this covenant practice differently?