Understanding the Old Testament Part 13 (Isa, Jer, Ez, Colossians 3:1-15) All our problems as Christians, come down to the fact that although we are a New Creation, we are still living in the Old. Answering this problem leads to true victory.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 12 (Genesis, Exodus 32 & Romans 6) When we see how the images of Eden in the Bible all hang together in a beautiful way, it bring us so much hope and leads us towards victory.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 11 (Genesis, Heb 11 & 1 John 4) If we can grasp the big picture of God’s plan for humanity, it will not only help us understand the Bible, but hugely empower and energize us for the Christian life.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 10 (Is 54:10; Ps 103:11 & other verses) Through stories of how God relates to humans we learn of a different kind of love that is at the core of who God is. Chesed is utterly faithful, loyal to the very end, a love that will never let you go. -When you understand it, there is no word that is more beautiful.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 9 (Genesis 15-50) There’s a fresh start for humanity with Abraham and Sarah, a new Adam and Eve but with a very different requirement. Instead of law, they are under faith, with the requirement of simply trusting that he will be with them.

If God has given you his own beloved Son, Jesus, then will he withhold anything from you?

In Romans 8 Paul gives us some of the most encouraging words in the Bible (Romans 8:31–39)

Understanding the Old Testament Part 8 (Various Scriptures) Light is a key theme in Scripture, and as we put together references from the whole Bible, we see a beautifully unified theme what brings hope, and direction for living.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 7 (Romans 2 & Galatians 3) If the Law was for the Jews, what about everyone else? Does the Law have any value in the New Covenant under Jesus? Plus other questions.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 6 (Genesis 9 +other passages) To understand the covenants is both the beginning and the end of the quest for truth. For in them we can grasp how the Creator relates to humanity.

Understanding the Old Testament Part 5 (Genesis 4-10) How we can make sense of the Flood account in Genesis, see how it connects with Jesus, and how it still speaks to us today.