What is the overall aim of the New Covenant described in Hebrews?

• A. To abolish the law but not replace it.
• B. To create a political kingdom.
• C. To establish a temporary relationship.
• D. To bring about a personal and permanent union with God through Christ, superior to the old covenant.

Answer: (D)

The New Covenant aims to bring people into a personal, lasting relationship with God through Christ. Hebrews emphasizes that Jesus is the mediator of a better covenant, built on superior promises, and that his once-for-all sacrifice secures complete forgiveness and access to God. Under this covenant, God writes his law on the heart and mind, causing genuine inner transformation rather than relying on external rituals. Because Christ’s sacrifice is permanent, believers are continually brought near to God with assurance and fellowship, not dependent on a repeating system of sacrifices or a human priesthood. This makes the New Covenant clearly superior to the old one, which focused on external ordinances and temple worship without producing lasting inner change.