Allen Parr shares seven reasons why every Christian should read the Old Testament.
Talking Points:
- #1 Early Christians thought that the Old Testament (OT) is God-breathed.
- #2 The OT provides encouragement and hope.
- #3 The OT teaches us what not to do.
- #4 The OT teaches us what is important to God.
- #5 The OT reveals the character of God.
- #6 The OT contains prophecy we now see was fulfilled.
- #7 The OT is essential for understanding the NT.
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What is your greatest frustration or struggle in reading the Old Testament (OT)? Explain.
- What are some important personal lessons you have learned from the OT? Explain.
- In what ways has the OT informed your understanding of the NT?
- Why is the OT essential for truly understanding the NT? Explain.
- Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
