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What are some reasons one should study the Old Testament?
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To learn more about God and His character. To better understand the NT and coming of our Lord and Savior. To be able to defend the OT to others.
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Reading the Old Testament teaches us of our God, our history and God’s expectation of us. It prepares to recognize Jesus as the Messiah. Plus, it tells a great epic story.
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We should study the OT because it allows us to know better who God is. It particularly informs us of Jesus’ coming and purpose. Also, even as cultures and technologies evolve, human nature and God’s nature have not changed. This means the OT can still speak directly to us.
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To know the origin of mankind, the history of God, his character, why Jesus had to come, how sin entered the world, and many other facts.
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Bc it reveals who God is and prophesies of the coming king. It’s the foundation of scripture.