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What are some reasons one should study the Old Testament?
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To learn all about the beginnings and the history of God’s people and how it is all related to Jesus.
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It is the foundation of the Truth in the bible.
Creation
His Love
Our forefathers and the history of our people
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It tells of God’s love and the length he is willing to go so that we can have eternal life with him. It shows us who God is and the depth of his love for us. If he didn’t love us as much as he does, he wouldn’t have sent his only son here to die for our sins in order for us to have the chance of eternal life.
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Learn the entire history of mankind, re creation. God is and always has been, a mystery in which we must trust. He is how we came to be; we need to understand how sin entered the world and why we need a Savior. Also, it’s important to know that God promises this Savior at the very beginning. All world events then work toward that fulfillment.
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To know who God is and better understand the New Testament.