Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Meeting Christ in the Old Testament

Jul 15, 2024

05:35

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Biblical scholar Sinclair Ferguson delves into the approach of finding Christ in the Old Testament, emphasizing the importance of connecting with Jesus personally through studying Scripture.

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Approaching the Old Testament should focus on encountering Jesus, not just literary analysis.

Connecting with Jesus through scripture invites a heartfelt connection beyond the written text.

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Emphasis on Mechanical Approach to Preaching Christ from the Old Testament

In recent years, there has been a noticeable trend in evangelical preaching towards emphasizing finding Christ in the Old Testament. While preaching Christ from the Old Testament is not a new concept, there is a concern that it is being done in a mechanical manner. Some preachers tend to follow preset methods or formulas to connect Old Testament passages to Christ, making it feel more like solving a problem than encountering a living Savior.

Exploring the Approach of Finding Christ in the Old Testament

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Many people are interested in finding Christ in the Old Testament, but often we miss the most important element of this approach to Scripture. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows how Jesus Himself related to the Old Testament.

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