Janse van Rensburg, J.Hoffman, L.2017-10-062017-10-062003Janse van Rensburg, J. & Hoffman, L. (2003). Die impak van die verbond op'n paradigma vir pastoraat. Acta Theologica, 23(2), 239-253.1015-8758 (print)2309-9089 (online)http://hdl.handle.net/11660/7191English: This article points out that the covenant has a more comprehensive impact on pastoral care than other paradigms. It is indicated that the contents communicated to the believer as well as the techniques used are influenced by a covenantal paradigm for pastoral care. From a covenantal perspective, a believer can be equipped to regard his/her life within the framework of the covenant. The actions and experiences of the believer are influenced by this sentence: “I will establish my covenant between me and you and your descendants after you … to be your God and the God of your descendants” (Gen. 17:7)afParadigmCovenantPastoral careArticleFaculty of Theology, University of the Free State