Why would a lack of knowledge of the Old Testament weaken our understanding of the New Testament?

[Austin]

We miss a clear understanding of who God is and a foundation of who Christ is and our need for a Savior

[Austin]

We would fail to see how the Old Testament points to Christ.

[Austin]

Lack of knowledge of the Old Testament weakens our understanding of the New Testament by presenting an incomplete picture of God.

[Austin]

There are many times in the New Testament that the writer refers back to the Old Testament writings. The jewish people of the time when the New Testament was written were very familiar with the Old Testament and the language traditions and cultural norms. To understand the New Testament fully we need to have a firm grasp on the Old Testament and the culture of the time in which it was written.

[Austin]

Because you can’t build a strong building without a strong foundation. In order to develop a relationship with God we need to understand His character and His plans for us. The Old Testament provides the blueprints for us to follow in order to build a strong relationship with Him.