en_tw/bible/kt/covenantfaith/01.md

# covenant faithfulness, covenant loyalty, loving kindness, unfailing love #

## Definition: ##

This term is used to describe God's commitment to fulfill the promises that he made to his people.

* God made promises to the Israelites in formal agreements called "covenants."
* The "covenant faithfulness" or "covenant loyalty" of Yahweh refers to the fact that he keeps his promises to his people. 
* God's faithfulness to keep his covenant promises is an expression of his grace toward his people. 
* The term "loyalty" is another word that refers to being committed and dependable, to do and say what has been promised, and what will benefit someone else.

## Translation Suggestions: ##

* The way this term is translated will also depend on how the terms "covenant" and "faithfulness" are translated.
* Other ways to translate this term could include, "faithful love" or "loyal, committed love" or "loving dependability."

(See also: [[kt/covenant]] **·** [[kt/faithful]] **·** [[kt/grace]] **·** [[other/israel]] **·** [[kt/peopleofgod]] **·** [[kt/promise]])

## Bible References: ##

* [Ezra 03:10-11](en/tn/ezr/help/03/10)
* [Numbers 14:17-19](en/tn/num/help/14/17)