Have you ever struggled to navigate the prophetic books of the Old Testament? These ancient poetic texts speak to circumstances far removed from our own, yet with great impact on our understanding of the person and work of Christ. The apostles quoted often from the prophets when seeking to explain the good news of Christ’s kingdom.
Brian Estelle has a few brief but meaty suggestions to help you read these books with greater profit.
- Investigate the context.
- Recognize the role of the prophets as God’s covenant lawyers.
- Learn to be aware of the prophetic idiom.
- Hunt for ways in which the New Testament Scriptures cite, allude to, or echo the Prophets.
He explains each point with clear examples to help you along your way. Check it out!
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