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

[Austin]

The lack of knowledge of the Old Testament weakens our understanding of the New Testament because we don’t have the foundation in place to build upon in knowing God.

[Austin]

The New Testament is a continuation of the Old Testament, we would be lost.

[Austin]

Not understanding that the Old Testament is full of Gods promises and the prophecies, takes away the magnitude of what actually happens in the New Testament.

[Austin]

Failure to understand the Old Testament weakens…
1. One’s appreciation of the Christian faith
2. One’s knowledge about God, His plan, will and promises
3. A persons resolve to God’s standards
4. Ones understanding of redemption as it unfolds through various covenants and situations.

[Austin]

The OT shows us who God is, the history of the Israelites, and why we needed a savior in Jesus Christ. It also prophecies Jesus and His coming.