This volume focuses on the differences between the Covenant and Dispensational systems of theology and examines their diverse approaches to such issues as: -- God's Ultimate Purpose for History-- God's Program for the Nation of Israel-- The Significance of Several Key Biblical Covenants-- The Nature and Beginning of the Church-- The Christian's Relationship to the Mosaic Law and GraceThe book is written in easy-to-understand, non-technical language and has received favorable response from lay people, pastors, students, and reviewers.