Is the Abrahamic Covenant Conditional or Unconditional? | Thomas Schreiner
Thomas R Schreiner
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20 March 2026
8 April 2026
In this excerpt, Thomas Schreiner explores a central question in biblical theology: is the Abrahamic covenant conditional or unconditional?
Schreiner argues that the covenant is both. It is ultimately unconditional because God guarantees its fulfillment, yet it is also conditional in that the experience of its blessings is tied to faith and obedience. Drawing from Genesis and the broader storyline of Scripture, he shows how faith stands at the foundation of Abraham’s relationship with God, while obedience flows from that faith.
This passage highlights the unity of faith and works within God’s redemptive plan and helps clarify how the promises to Abraham are fulfilled in Scripture.
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