than the Jewish people, for it was “for many” (Matt. 26:28; Mk. 14:24). One cannot deny that the Church receives similar blessings to those of the new covenant with Israel, but similarity is not fulfillment. Regeneration, indwelling of the Holy Spirit, teaching of the Holy Spirit, and forgiveness of sins, which are the four important blessings promised to Israel in Jeremiah 31:31–34, are all promised to those who believe on Christ in this age. In the light of these facts, could it not be that there
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