The New Covenant
- Sep 29
- 2 min read
Pastor Giana Perry | 09.28.25
🔑 Key Takeaway
Through Jesus, we no longer need a priest, a ritual, or a sacrifice to come to God. The veil is gone. We have direct access to His presence, mercy, and revelation knowledge of Him.
📖 Scriptures
Luke 15:11-32 — Prodigal Son: the older brother (Old Covenant) vs. the younger brother (New Covenant).
Jeremiah 31:31-34 — God’s promise of a new covenant, written on our hearts.
2 Corinthians 3:7-18 — The veil is lifted; we behold God’s glory through Christ.
2 Corinthians 4:1-6 — The glory of Christ revealed.
Hebrews 9:11-15 — The blood of Christ cleanses our conscience to serve the Living God.
🪞 Heart Check
Do I live like the veil is still there?
Am I striving for God’s approval instead of receiving His love?
Have I believed the lie that I’m “too unworthy” or “too unqualified” to know God?
Say it out loud: “Jesus paid for me to come close.”
📝 Key Points
1.Old Covenant vs. New Covenant
In the Old Testament, people came to God through priests and sacrifices.
Sin was only temporarily covered; access to God was limited.
Many believers still live with this “old covenant” mindset — distant, striving, ritualistic.
2.What Jesus Paid For
His blood removed every barrier.
You don’t need a theology degree to know Him — only a heart willing to come close.
When you draw near, shame breaks off and freedom begins.
3.Beholding Changes You
Under the Old Covenant, Israel saw God’s glory through a man (Moses).
Under the New Covenant, we see God’s glory through Jesus Himself.
If you behold Him, you’ll know Him.
If you know Him, you’ll love Him.
If you love Him, you’ll love what He loves — and that breaks sin cycles.
4.The Veil is Lifted
In Christ, the veil is gone; nothing is blocking you from God’s presence.
His mercy leads to intimacy, not judgment.
Liberty in Christ is not a license to sin — it’s freedom to know and walk with God like Jesus did.
5.Your Purpose
Hebrews 9:14: The blood of Christ cleanses your conscience to serve the Living God.
If you feel purposeless, your purpose is to serve Him.
There is no greater joy than serving the Living God as His son or daughter.
🔥 Community Challenge This Week
Draw Near – Take a moment each day to simply sit in God’s presence. Speak to Him as Father.
🙏 Prayer
“Lord, thank You for the New Covenant. Thank You that the veil is gone and I can come close. Cleanse my conscience, break off shame, and teach me to live in Your freedom and serve You with joy.”
