Compendium Series; The importance of Old and New Testament.

Compendium Series;

JESUS THE TEACHER: COMPENDIUM SERIES.

The importance of Old and New Testament.

 In Today's post we examine the importance of both the Old and New Testaments- two posts in one this week, to hold the integrity of the Bible.

21. What is the importance of the Old Testament for Christians? (CCC: 121-123)

Compendium states:

Christians venerate the Old Testament as the true word of God.  All of the books of the Old Testament are divinely inspired and retain a permanent value.  They bear witness to the divine pedagogy of God’s saving love.  They are written, above all, to prepare for the coming of Christ the Saviour of the universe.

What does this mean for me? 

1.            I am able to listen more acutely to the Old Testament being read, and become aware of God’s saving love in the passage.

2.            I feel challenged to get to know the Old Testament and appreciate if as the true word of God.

 Questions to consider:

1.            How am I going to study the Old Testament to fully appreciate it as the true word of God?

2.            What is the place of the Old Testament in my spiritual life? Is it only heard at Mass or do I give it due veneration in my spiritual life?

3.            What is the permanent value of the Old Testament passage that I have heard and read?

4.            How does the passage I have heard or read prepare for the coming of Christ?

5.            Do I consider Christ to be my Saviour of my universe?

22. What importance does the New Testament have for Christians? (CCC: 124-127,139)

Compendium states:

The New Testament whose central object is Jesus Christ, conveys to us the ultimate truth of divine Revelation.  Within the New Testament the four Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are the heart of all the Scriptures because they are the principle witness to the life and teaching of Jesus.  As such, they hold a unique place in the Church.

What does this mean for me?

1.            When I read the New Testament or listen to it, I can thank God for conveying the ultimate truth of divine Revelation in Jesus.

2.            I am able to appreciate the Gospels of the Evangelists because they are the principle witnesses to the life and teaching of Christ.

 Questions to consider:

1.            Does the New Testament have a unique place in my spiritual journey?

2.            Is Jesus the ultimate truth of divine Revelation in my life? How do I make this manifest?

3.            Am I a witness to the life and teaching of Jesus in my life, workplace, and relationships?