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Why Does God Make a Covenant with Us If He Already Knows How We’ll Respond?

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Release Date: 06/26/2025

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Why does God enter into covenant with us, even though He knows how we will respond? Today, Michael Reeves reflects on what the Bible’s answer reveals about God’s character and His relationship with His people.

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