So, then, here are three points to consider:

 

 

 

 

OK, I think I’m done ranting for now. Let me just conclude with this. There is no advantage to denying the OT. None. I understand that people have difficulties with some of the things it contains. I understand that there are certain sensibilities that especially balk at certain themes that on the surface seem to contradict the teachings of the Christ. But these problems are not inherent in the scriptures. The problems are in our understanding. With the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit – and a little help from the kind of teaching ministry alluded to in I Corinthians 12:28 and Ephesians 4:11 – these problems can be readily overcome.

 

I also lovingly caution those who are not merely satisfied to personally reject OT authority, but who take the further step of encouraging others to join them in this error. Be very, very careful about the influence you seek to exert on others. Jesus drew no one away from belief in the writings of Moses and the prophets. On the contrary, He used those writings to minister eternal life.  It might be wise for you to follow His example – rather than your own understanding or lack of it.