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This lesson introduced four types of questions that students can ask as they study each New Testament book. Which of these four types stood out to you most? Why? How do you think this type of question will help your study of the New Testament?
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I think historical background is very important. It provides insight and context to what was written and helps us understand the overarching theme throughout the scriptures. The Bible doesn’t just tell us about one event or one person, it provides story after story and detail after detail to show us who God is and to demonstrate His power and His love for His people.
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It’s very important to understand the old testament so you can fully grasp the understanding of why Jesus did what He did moving into the New testament.
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They are all important to have a full understanding of the biblical text – historical background gives much insight into the culture at the time which is very different from our modern day culture.
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The question of the historical background interests me because it shows the plan of God continues from Old Testament to New Testament even though there was a “silent” period of 400 years before the greatest event of God’s redemptive plan was revealed in Jesus Christ.
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I study the Bible for personal reasons so that I can grow in my walk with the father and lead others to him.