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What are some reasons one should study the Old Testament?
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Knowledge of God’s relationship with His chosen people.
A clear understanding of what God wants from us as his people. Love, praise, adoration, etc.
Story of creation and man’s original sin.
Psalms show us how to pray, praise and give God glory.
Gives us lessons in how we can relate to others and to God. -
Studying the Old Testament gives us the history of creation and tells us many stories to show God’s character and His love for us. It allows us a glimpse into His nature and His purpose in the creation of man. It also helps us to see that the many great people referenced in the Bible, though many did great things, were simply flawed humans, just like me.
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The Old Testament is vital is understanding the whole counsel of God and the whole story of God. It tells the story of God’s people but it also tells the story of the origins of sin, of humanity, of the world, and of the need we have in Jesus coming to earth as the Messiah.
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The Old Testament teaches the beginning, but it also foretells the future. It tells about the coming of Jesus.
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Genesis emphasises that life did not exist until God created it. The Old Testament explains that although God loves us we in return have a duty to respect and love Him. His laws and rules are clearly stated. His justice is demonstrated. The punishment for sin is shown to us when we read what happened to Adam & Eve when they disobeyed Gods single command. The Old Testament is full of examples of how God has rewarded people who have listened to His commands and guidance and how those who did not listen perished.