The new covenant, instituted by Jesus Christ, is a promise of forgiveness and mercy, unlike the old covenant which was based on law and required national obedience. The new covenant is enacted on better promises and is mediated by Jesus, who is the perfect, sinless, and eternal mediator. It provides an internal renewal of the Holy Spirit, giving life and producing in God's people what they are incapable of producing themselves. The new covenant is permanent, includes all nations, and is dependent on Jesus' performance, not human performance.
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