he was able to extract from his expurgated New Testament and, consequently, a profound impact on his theology. Where, then, shall we find any practical usefulness for the Old Testament? To be sure, the apostle Paul instructed young Timothy that the Old Testament was profitable and useful in 2 Timothy 3:16–17. But how is that to be taught, appreciated, and preached in today’s world? There are at least four main areas where the value of the Old Testament comes through quite clearly and where it is