What is the Old Testament | Orpheus J. Heyward

Understanding the Old Testament: An Interview with Dr. Orpheus Hayward In this episode, Bobby Harrington interviews Dr. Orpheus Heyward, minister at Renaissance Church of Christ and professor at Lipscomb University. They discuss the importance of the Old Testament, its interpretation, and its role in understanding the redemptive history leading to the New Testament. Dr. Heyward shares his extensive background in biblical studies and hermeneutics, emphasizing the holiness of God and the centrality of the Old Testament as foundational scripture. They also explore how the themes of loving God and loving one's neighbor encapsulate the essence of the Old Testament teachings. Key Takeaways 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background02:10 Understanding Hermeneutics04:02 Orpheus Heyward Academic Journey06:00 Exploring the Old Testament08:53 The Significance of Leviticus13:07 Divisions of the Old Testament18:05 The Concept of Covenant21:08 The Old Testament's Relevance for Christians25:06 Where to Start Reading the Bible27:20 Summarizing the Old Testament29:24 Conclusion and Book PromotionVisit Renew.org to sign up for our email newsletter and be the first to know about new content, books and resources.  Get our Premium podcast feed featuring all the breakout sessions from the RENEW gathering early.  https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/  Be sure to like, subscribe and follow on social media!  You can find us on:Instagram: @the.renew.network Facebook: Renew.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RENEWnetworkTwitter: @therenewnetworkTikTok: the.renew.network Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RENEW