The old testament: the four threads

As we’ve studied various kings of the Old Testament, we’ve read about men greatly used by God. Yet too often, pride dragged them down near the end of their lives. One person commented that studying the kings “is confirming that we humans are a real mess!” It’s true, isn’t it? We have seasons of faithfully following God and then some very messy stretches. Thank God for his grace!

To help us understand the Bible, we’ve identified four key threads that run throughout Scripture: “Who is God?” “Who is man?” “How can I know God?” and “How can I live for God?” As we now conclude our study of the Old Testament, let’s return to these four threads, giving particular attention to the first, “Who is God?”