E108: Five Keys for Teaching and Understanding the Old Testament Effectively (with Kyle Smith)
Teaching Restored · Kevin Jones
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Show Notes
Teaching the Old Testament can feel overwhelming, even for experienced teachers. In this episode, we confess our own insecurities and share what makes studying this ancient scripture both intimidating and rewarding. It’s a new year—2026—and we’re determined to conquer the Old Testament together.
Kevin, Julie, and Kyle walk through practical strategies for both personal study and classroom teaching to make the Old Testament approachable and memorable. Their discussion focuses on giving teachers the tools they need to create solid frameworks by starting with the plan of salvation, organizing with timelines, and understanding the compilation of these ancient writings.
Major highlights include:
- The power of mapping out the plan of salvation as a foundation for Old Testament study
- How a visual timeline helps students keep their footing through complex stories
- Understanding how the Old Testament is organized and why it matters
- The depth added by recognizing symbolism—from numbers to colors to directions
- Clarity around the concept of “divine investiture of authority” and the presence of Jesus Christ throughout the Old Testament They share resources, suggest classroom exercises, and give examples from family life that can bring these insights to life.
Whether you’re teaching youth or adults, or just looking to enrich your personal study, you’ll find approaches that move the Old Testament from “fringe” to familiar, fostering greater spiritual understanding and appreciation.
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