The article explains that the new covenant is the covenant renewal accomplished through the one sacrifice of Jesus Christ, in which God writes his law on human hearts, forgives sins, and restores his relationship with his people through the Holy Spirit. It shows that the outpouring of the Spirit is the beating heart of the new covenant, enabling both Jews and Gentiles to become God’s people, live by the Spirit, and share together in the worldwide community of faith.

The article explains that Mary was highly favored because she became the mother of God’s Son through the virgin birth, yet she remained the humble servant of the Lord who received God’s Word in faith and never occupied a higher position than other believers. It argues that Scripture gives no basis for praying to Mary or giving her titles that belong to Christ alone, but calls all generations to recognize her as blessed because God did great things for her in the history of salvation.