Introduction to The Old Testament - Coptic (Oriental) Orthodox Bible Study - Fr. Joshua Gerges

Welcome to this foundational session of our *Orthodox Bible Study series**, where we begin our journey into the **Old Testament**—a rich, powerful, and God-breathed part of Scripture that lays the groundwork for everything fulfilled in the New Testament. In this video, **Fr. Joshua Gerges**, priest in the **Coptic Orthodox Church**, presents a clear and spiritually rooted **introduction to the Old Testament* from the **Oriental Orthodox Christian perspective**. Whether you're *new to the Bible**, a **Christian seeking deeper understanding**, or someone who has completed the **New Testament* and is now ready to explore the **first covenant**, this video is for you. This study is designed for **all Christians**—Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant—who desire to grow in their love for Scripture and better understand the **unity of the Bible**. --- 🔍 *What You’ll Learn in This Video:* Why the *Old Testament is essential* for every Christian today How the Old Testament *points to Jesus Christ* from Genesis to Malachi The *structure* and major *sections* of the Old Testament: Law, History, Wisdom, and Prophets A brief *timeline of key figures and events* from Adam to Ezra The *formation and preservation* of the Old Testament Scriptures What is the *Septuagint (LXX)* and its importance in the *Orthodox Church* The role of *Deuterocanonical books* and why they are included in the *Orthodox Bible* How the *Old and New Testaments are connected* as one story of salvation Jesus and the Apostles’ *use of the Old Testament* in teaching and preaching --- ✝️ *Why This Matters for You as a Christian:* Many Christians today overlook the Old Testament, not realizing that it is filled with *prophecies**, **types**, and **symbols of Christ**, the Messiah. Jesus Himself said, *“The Scriptures testify of Me” (John 5:39) and “I did not come to destroy the Law or the Prophets, but to fulfill” (Matthew 5:17). To truly know Jesus, we must know the **Scriptures He read and fulfilled**—the Old Testament. --- 🏛️ *Coptic Orthodox Perspective:* This Bible study follows the rich **tradition of the Coptic Orthodox Church**, one of the ancient Oriental Orthodox Churches, rooted in the Apostolic faith and consistent with the teachings of the early Church Fathers. Learn how the Orthodox Church understands the Old Testament not as something obsolete, but as **eternally relevant**, spiritually alive, and full of wisdom for today. --- 👉 *Subscribe* for more in-depth Orthodox Bible studies, theological teaching, and spiritual reflection. 👍 *Like* this video if it helped you understand the Old Testament better. 🔔 *Turn on notifications* so you don’t miss our next session on the **Book of Genesis**! --- 📌 *Tags/Keywords* (for SEO): Old Testament Bible Study, Coptic Orthodox Bible Study, Introduction to the Old Testament, Oriental Orthodox Christianity, Septuagint, Deuterocanonical Books, Old Testament Prophecies, Christ in the Old Testament, Fr. Joshua Gerges, Orthodox Christian teaching, Genesis to Malachi, Bible timeline, Scripture study, Orthodox apologetics --- Let me know if you'd like a shorter version for social media or a thumbnail title! 🎥 *Watch More Teachings:* 📌 *Orthodox Bible Study Playlist:*    • Orthodox Bible Study   📌 *Sermon Playlist:* [Click here](   • Orthodox Spiritual Sermons - English  ) 📌 *Orthodox Faith*    • New to Orthodoxy - Coptic Catechism   📌 *Relationships & Family Playlist:*    • Relationships &  Family   🔔 *Don’t Forget to Like, Comment & Subscribe!* 👍 If this video blesses you, hit the LIKE button and SHARE it with someone on their Lenten journey. 📝 Comment below to share your thoughts or prayer requests. 📢 Subscribe for more Orthodox Bible studies and reflections throughout the Great Lent! *📌 Hashtags:* #CopticOrthodox #OrthodoxChristian #BibleStudy #ChristianSermons #OrthodoxFaith #JesusChrist #SpiritualGrowth #HolyBible #ChurchFathers #ChristianFamily #FaithForKids #SundaySchool