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NASB | Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 15:4 For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope and overflow with confidence in His promises. |
Bible Question (short): How to explain the purpose of the OT? |
Question (full): How do I put into eloquent words the relevance of the Old Testament to my relative, who sees only death and vulgarity in it? They cannot reconcile the God of the Old Testament with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament. |