Scripture Study: Reformed (Covenental) Lens Interpretation Methods

When we approach the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, we’re invited into a profound covenantal relationship that echoes through time. Here, Jesus commands His disciples to make disciples of all nations, immersing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This isn’t just a call to evangelism, but a divine pledge—hesed—God's steadfast love culminating in a profound relationship with humanity.

Through the lens of Reformed covenantal theology, we perceive that Scripture is not merely instructions or historical accounts, but a living dialogue between God and His people. Each passage invites us deeper into understanding His promises and our responses. The word matheteusate, meaning “to make disciples,” suggests an ongoing process, a journey of spiritual growth where we are both learners and teachers, enveloped in the richness of God's Word.

As we engage in Scripture study, we must ask ourselves: how does this fulfill the covenant God established? When we share our insights or struggles, we become conduits of God’s grace, offering wisdom borne from our own experiences. In doing so, we empower one another to trust in that promise, reminding each other that we are not alone on this journey.

Let us approach Scripture with awe, knowing it guides us, nurtures our faith, and fulfills our deepest human need for connection with the divine. As we explore His Word together, may we grow not just in knowledge, but in the transformative power of His love, living as faithful witnesses of His promise to be with us always, even to the end of the age.