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What are some reasons one should study the Old Testament?
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It helps us understand the background for the faith we have today. It gives us an idea of who the God is that we have placed our faith in. It shows us that God uses dysfunctional people of who we also are. We can see His patience and love with His people as well as the importance of obedience.
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its foundational to understanding who God is. The Old Testament is God directly dealing with His people
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So that we can understand the character and nature of God, understand the reality of humanity, and see the beauty of Jesus.
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Because it establishes a foundation for truth and points towards Jesus Christ.
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Every Christian should study The Old Testament because it tells us about our God, His nature and character, through His mighty acts. As such, The Old Testament helps us to know God through factual knowledge, personal knowledge (through the experiences of others who walked with Him), and practical knowledge, by instructing us on how to live.