Covenant of Works

This covenant was entered into by God with Adam as the representative of the human race (compare Gen. 9:11,12; 17:1-21).

It is referred to as a covenant of WORKS, because perfect obedience was its condition, thus distinguishing it from the covenant of grace.

ALSO SEE:

• Good works
• Means of grace
• Election of grace
• Forgiveness of sin
• Justification
• Am I good enough to go to Heaven?

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