he binds them to himself, and himself to them, in earnest and permanent association. This is not to say that biblical covenants are entirely one-sided or that God is the only active partner in his agreements with his people. God, who is perfectly righteous, sets the conditions of his covenants and brings to them his holiness, his justice, his grace and love. But God’s people also have a part to play in the total relationship. They are requested to respond with faith and obedience and love. Biblical