Wherein does the new covenant differ from and excel the old?

Answer

"But now hath He obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also He is the mediator of a better
covenant, which was established upon better promises." Heb. 8: 6.

What change is thus brought about?
How was this fulfilled?
BY whom was the Ten Commandment law proclaimed?
What did the people once again promise to do?
What was the burden of the message of John the Baptist?
Will even this terrible judgment lead men to repent?
In what language is the same truth again expressed?

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