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What are some reasons one should study the Old Testament?
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Studying the word of God is always crucial and important to the relationship you want with God. The OT is where everything has originated from. The origins of God and the story of how we, humans, were created including the history of humans is pertinent to understanding where we are personally going on our individual journeys with God, Lord Christ our Saviour. How can you know where to go, if you do not know where you have been?
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Understanding the Old Testament is important to understanding the origin of the universe and God’s intention in Creation, the origin of sin and mankind’s brokenness, and the fullness of God’s unfolding plan for redemption. We also learn about God’s character and the character of mankind in the storyline of the OT.
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Understanding of the Old Testament essential to the foundation of Christian faith, as it gives us an understanding of God, allowing us to learn and know Him better factually, personally, and practically.. The Old Testament also tells us of the purpose of Jesus in our world and predicts His coming.
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The Old Testament provided the foundation for the understanding of the New Testament. Neither testament can be completely understood as a standalone book. The Old Testament provides the foundation for the Bible, it tells us about Jesus, it establishes the faith in Jesus, and helps us understand and know God.
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The Old Testament teachings serve as the basis of the New Testament.