Die Christusgetuienis in die Ou Testament - ’n belydeniswerklikheid

According to John 5:39 the Old Testament provides a very clear testimony of Christ. Yet Jesus had to explain this Old Testament testimony even to his disciples. These Old Testament references to Christ are currently considered in wider circles and therefore it may be the appropiate time to exami...

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Main Author: F. N. Lion-Cachet
Format: Article
Language:Afrikaans
Published: AOSIS 1991-06-01
Series:In die Skriflig
Online Access:https://indieskriflig.org.za/index.php/skriflig/article/view/1367
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Summary:According to John 5:39 the Old Testament provides a very clear testimony of Christ. Yet Jesus had to explain this Old Testament testimony even to his disciples. These Old Testament references to Christ are currently considered in wider circles and therefore it may be the appropiate time to examine the testimony on Christ on a basis true to the Scriptures (as formulated in the articles of faith of the Reformed Churches). A limited investigation of the Old Testament will reveal that certain acts of the persons of the Trinity may be recognised, that a Messianic expectation exists and that certain promises appear which may only be fulfilled in Christ, and that certain ceremonies, events and persons may be interpreted as a prefiguration of Christ.
ISSN:1018-6441
2305-0853