What does a mediator do in a debate?

Answer 1

A mediator is a 'go-between'; One who comes between parties at odds, to reconcile differences. (Galatians 3:20)

In the Scriptures the term is used in reference to both Moses and Jesus, who were the mediators between two different covenants.

**Moses was mediator of the Law covenant between God and the nation of Israel (Deuteronomy 5:5)(Exodus 19:3, 7, 9)(Galatians 3:19)(John 7:19) and as mediator he helped the people keep the covenant and get the benefits(Leviticus 9).

**Jesus is the mediator of the new covenant between God and the Christian congregation of 'spiritual Israel' (1Timothy 2:5)(Hebrews 12:24)(Hebrews 9:15)(Hebrews 8:10-13). As mediator he is always able to plead for those approaching God through him (Hebrews 7:24, 25)

Answer 2

Mediators can help resolve legal issues. The purpose of the mediator is to help guide conflicted parties to satisfactory resolution.

Answer 3

A mediator, is a negotiator who acts as a link between parties.

Answer 4

A mediator is a neutral and impartial third party in a debate. The mediator attempts to bring about an agreement between the two parties.