Episode 159: Why Does the Old Testament Still Matter?

Now that Jesus has died on the cross for our sins, why should we care about the laws in the Old Testament? In this episode, Cara asks Dot a few of her burning questions about the Old Testament, the meaning of a sacrifice, and more. They explain how Jesus built upon the message of the Old Testament and take time to reflect on just how much He did for us. Grab your Bible and journal and join us! 

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Episode Recap

• Start by writing down Matthew 5:17-19 (0:12)
• Why does the Old Testament still matter today? (1:28)
• There’s nothing we can do to make ourselves holy or clean (8:12)
• God takes holiness so seriously that He gave up His son (12:45)
• The Old Testament reminds us just how much Jesus did for us (17:03)
• Why did God need a sacrifice? (21:56)
• No one can love us like Jesus does (29:36)

Resources:

“The Cross of Christ” by John Stott

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What is Write this Down! with Dot Bowen?

Bible teacher, author and founder of Cup of Joy Ministries, Dot Bowen, teaches listeners what it truly looks like to know, love and follow Jesus. Each week, Dot invites you to sit down with her and her daughter, Cara, to have an authentic conversation about Biblical Scripture and God’s Truth. Their honest and thought provoking conversations are full of wit and wisdom which will have you diving deeper into God’s Word.

Whether Dot is teaching, speaking or simply grabbing coffee with a dear friend, she can often be heard saying with excitement, “Write this Down!” Her heart for the listener is to take the things she asks you to write down before the Lord and ask Him to open your eyes to His Truth and love. John 8:32 says, “and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free.”

By the end of each episode, you’ll find yourself grabbing a pencil so that you can Write this Down! with Dot Bowen.