Frame argues that the most central role of God as Lord is his covenant communion with his people. Following Meredith Kline, Frame asserts that the suzerain treaty is the most common model of covenant. The theme of this treaty is established as a great King sets the terms for the relationship (18).
The Covenant follows this pattern:
a) The identification of the King.
b) A Historical Prologue,
c) Stipulations
d) Sanctions
e) Continuity.
Kline says that the Covenant God makes with Israel follows this pattern closely. He identifies as Yahweh, then he gives a summary of his dealings with Israel, He gives them his ten commandments, followed by stipulations for violating them, and then there are indications that continuity of obedience is crucial for the preservation of this covenant.
