2. The Value of Old Testament Study Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.

3. Romans 15:4 Clearly Implies The Accuracy of The O.T. Text Jesus –Matthew 4:4,7,10 Mark –Mark 1:1-3; Malachi 3; Isaiah 40 Peter –1 Peter 2:6; Isaiah 28

4. Romans 15:4 Shows Us That Prophecy Is Not Mere Prediction Prophets spoke moral & spiritual truths Types, figures, shadows –Hebrews 10:1 God teaches in more than one way –Bad examples (1 Cor. 10:6-11) –Good people sometimes make mistakes

5. The O.T. Teaches Us Much of What We Know About God How He has dealt with people in the past How He rewards peoples obedience How He punishes peoples disobedience –1 Corinthians 10:11

6. The O.T. Teaches Us About The Origin & Nature of Man Genesis 1:26-28; 2:7,8,21-25

7. The O.T. Teaches Us A Religious Vocabulary Sin –Sacrifice Atonement –Forgiveness Offering

8. We Learn Faith & Confidence In God From The O.T. God keeps His promises –Genesis 12:1-3; Joshua 21:43; Nehemiah 9:7,8 The fulfillment of O.T. prophecy –2 Peter 1:19

9. The Value of Old Testament Study Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.