Under the old covenant, what did the people promise?

Answer

To keep the law of God in their own strength.

13. What did John the Baptist say to the Pharisees and Sadducees when he saw them come to his baptism?
Upon what ground were the previous promises then renewed to Abraham?
Through Christ, what has been opened to the house of David?
How was the prophecy given?
What does the historian say of this legislation?
What, aside from sin, causes more sorrow than all else?
How readily will their wants be supplied?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle