Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
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Join Thomas Purifoy in this engaging and insightful lecture as he explores the foundations of the Old Testament and its connection to Jesus Christ. This session covers the structure of the Old Testament, the importance of biblical history, and how Jesus and the New Testament writers referenced Old Testament scripture. With a focus on key themes, historical context, and practical Bible study techniques, this lecture will equip you with the tools to deepen your understanding of God's Word. Perfect for students, teachers, and anyone eager to explore the richness of scripture!
Understanding the Old Testament is an in-depth homeschool curriculum that looks at many aspects of the Old Testament, including interpreting the text, the relationship between archeology and the Bible, issues regarding authorship and inspiration, Israel and other ancient cultures, covenant and promise, and how the Old Testament leads to the coming of Jesus Christ.
This course is designed to provide students with a complete background in the Old Testament to understand how to interpret the New Testament. The primary goal of this class is to teach students better to appreciate God’s revelation to man in the Old Testament, including what His Word means to us today.
00:00 - Why teaching Bible feels like home
01:08 - How class level fits all ages
01:50 - Why open Bibles to Luke first
03:31 - How Luke researched his gospel
05:47 - Why Jesus hid on Emmaus road
11:26 - Why Jesus explained Old Testament links
14:43 - How class reveals Jesus in Leviticus
19:32 - Why note-taking boosts Bible learning
24:11 - How covenants define Old Testament
28:31 - Why study Bibles aid understanding
35:19 - How Genesis starts the journey
39:41 - Why Bible interprets itself
44:33 - How history anchors Jewish faith
52:44 - Why creation follows a pattern
58:21 - How structures show intentional design
Thomas Purifoy gives students:
- Historical insight to all the major books of the OT and Biblical characters.
- An introduction to Biblical theology of the Old Testament.
- Connections between the Old and New Testaments.
- Practice using a Study Bible and associated commentary.
- A deeper understanding of redemptive history and God’s relationship to man.
- A plan to read the entire Old Testament in two semesters.
Full class includes:
- 28 videos (~1 hour each)
- Weekly Assignments
- Old Testament Reading Plan
- Links to Online Bible Resources
Requires: Study Bible (recommended versions listed in the course)
Theological Note: The teacher approaches the text from a literal, historical, and creedal perspective. He affirms plenary inspiration, inerrancy, infallibility, and scriptural clarity. In light of that, he seeks to present the Old Testament in a way that would be pleasing to all who take the Bible to be the Holy Word of God.
Credit: 1 full credit for high school students.
Perfect for homeschool kids 13+!
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Shop the full homeschool curriculum here: compassclassroom.com/shop/product/understanding-the-old-testament-lectures-course
View 3 lessons (2 videos) for free! mycompassclassroom.com/courses/old-testament
Join Thomas Purifoy in this engaging and insightful lecture as he explores the foundations of the Old Testament and its connection to Jesus Christ. This session covers the structure of the Old Testament, the importance of biblical history, and how Jesus and the New Testament writers referenced Old Testament scripture. With a focus on key themes, historical context, and practical Bible study techniques, this lecture will equip you with the tools to deepen your understanding of God's Word. Perfect for students, teachers, and anyone eager to explore the richness of scripture!
Understanding the Old Testament is an in-depth homeschool curriculum that looks at many aspects of the Old Testament, including interpreting the text, the relationship between archeology and the Bible, issues regarding authorship and inspiration, Israel and other ancient cultures, covenant and promise, and how the Old Testament leads to the coming of Jesus Christ.
This course is designed to provide students with a complete background in the Old Testament to understand how to interpret the New Testament. The primary goal of this class is to teach students better to appreciate God’s revelation to man in the Old Testament, including what His Word means to us today.
00:00 - Why teaching Bible feels like home
01:08 - How class level fits all ages
01:50 - Why open Bibles to Luke first
03:31 - How Luke researched his gospel
05:47 - Why Jesus hid on Emmaus road
11:26 - Why Jesus explained Old Testament links
14:43 - How class reveals Jesus in Leviticus
19:32 - Why note-taking boosts Bible learning
24:11 - How covenants define Old Testament
28:31 - Why study Bibles aid understanding
35:19 - How Genesis starts the journey
39:41 - Why Bible interprets itself
44:33 - How history anchors Jewish faith
52:44 - Why creation follows a pattern
58:21 - How structures show intentional design
Thomas Purifoy gives students:
- Historical insight to all the major books of the OT and Biblical characters.
- An introduction to Biblical theology of the Old Testament.
- Connections between the Old and New Testaments.
- Practice using a Study Bible and associated commentary.
- A deeper understanding of redemptive history and God’s relationship to man.
- A plan to read the entire Old Testament in two semesters.
Full class includes:
- 28 videos (~1 hour each)
- Weekly Assignments
- Old Testament Reading Plan
- Links to Online Bible Resources
Requires: Study Bible (recommended versions listed in the course)
Theological Note: The teacher approaches the text from a literal, historical, and creedal perspective. He affirms plenary inspiration, inerrancy, infallibility, and scriptural clarity. In light of that, he seeks to present the Old Testament in a way that would be pleasing to all who take the Bible to be the Holy Word of God.
Credit: 1 full credit for high school students.
Perfect for homeschool kids 13+!
#OldTestament, #BibleStudy, #ChristianEducation, #BiblicalHistory, #JesusInTheOldTestament, #BibleTeaching, #ScriptureStudy, #ChristianLearning, #FaithJourney, #BiblicalTruth, #compassclassroom , #oldtestament , #education , #learning , #homeschoolcurriculum , #homeschool , #bible , #christianworldview










