Jesus in the Old Testament Archives

Introduction to the Series; Slaves in Egypt (Exodus 1)

We begin this new series on the Exodus journey by reviewing the reasons why this material is so important for Christians today. Jesus and the apostles drew critical lessons for Christians from these Scriptures. They include significant prophecies about the coming of Jesus, and foreshadowings of almost every element of the church and Christian life.

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The Burial of Jesus (John 19:38-42)

One might ask, what is there to learn about Jesus' burial? Actually, there is much to learn! In this lesson we discover the prophecies that foretell Jesus' burial, which inspire our confidence in the Word of God and can be used to help others come to faith. We are also inspired by the courage and

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The Crucifixion of Jesus (John 19:17-37)

The crucifixion of Jesus is at the heart of the Gospel and provides us the supreme example of self-denial and love for others. In this lesson we look at eight Old Testament prophecies that provide remarkable details about the death of Jesus, hundreds of years before it happened. These passages should be mastered by every

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A Prophet Like Moses, Pt 1 & 2

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Jesus Prays for Unity (John 17:9-26)

In John 17, Jesus prays that His followers may be one as He and the Father are one. The goal of this unity was so that the world might know that God sent Jesus and loved the world as God loved His Son. Sadly, not only does this unity not exist today, but most Christians

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Jonah and Other Prophecies About the Resurrection of Jesus

The entire Christian faith hangs on the resurrection of Jesus on the third day. Paul told the Corinthian Christians that if it did not happen "your faith is futile, and you are still in your sins." But how can we know for sure? Jesus and the apostles pointed to the evidence of Old Testament prophecies

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The Most Disturbing Story in the Bible (Judges 19-21)

**Due to the disturbing nature of the subject, this lesson may not be suitable for children** The Old Testament contains some things that are difficult for us to reconcile: oppression of women, brutal violence, indifference toward the helpless, and even genocidal wars. Perhaps the most disturbing story of them all (containing all of these elements) is the

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The Betrayal of Jesus (John 13:18-30)

At the Last Supper, Jesus identifies his betrayer by dipping a piece of bread and then giving it to Judas Iscariot. This followed Jesus' statement, "He who eats bread with Me has lifted up his heel against me," where He quotes a line from Psalm 41. In this lesson we explore the significance of that

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He Who Loves His Life Will Lose It (John 12:17-41)

With his death approaching, Jesus uses two puzzling figures of speech to explain both how He would die, and why He had to die. In the course of doing that, He reveals a great mystery that applies also to us: a seed must die in order to produce a great harvest. Jesus then goes on to quote from Isaiah,

He Who Loves His Life Will Lose It (John 12:17-41) View Lesson

The Triumphal Entry (John 12:12-16)

All four gospels record Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey. Is there special significance in this event? In this lesson we take a look at donkeys in the Bible, the prophecies foretelling Jesus' donkey ride, and how this story can be used to bring others to faith in the Christ. Teaching Notes The Triumphal

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