How Does Covenantal Theology differ from Dispensationalism?
• “In a benediction the minister acts on behalf of God in pronouncing a blessing upon the congregation, whereas in a prayer he is the representative of the people, voicing a supplication to God on their behalf” (Elwell, Evangelical Dictionary of Theology.) OT Benediction: Aaron s blessing of the Israelites: Numbers 6: 22-26 The LORD said to Moses, 23 “Tell Aaron and his sons, `This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: 24″`”The LORD bless you and keep you; 25 the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; 26 the LORD turn his face towards you and give you peace.”’27 “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” NT Benediction: Apostolic benediction: May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.