Why are both the OT and NT Great Commissions necessary for Gods plan of salvation?
Research question 1: How are both the OT and NT Great Commissions necessary for God’s plan of salvation? Relatedly, why is the Great Commission of the OT necessary to fulfill the Great Commission of the NT? Supporting research question 1-1: Could redemption through Jesus have been possible if the Jewish people failed to convey the Torah to their children from generation to generation? The Old Testament Great Commission: Preparation for the first coming of Jesus through the conveyance of the Word of God. Research question 2: What is the OT Great Commission and how does it fit into God ‘ s plan of salvation for all the nations? Christians have long known there is only one Great Commission in the NT. However, there is a need to recognize another Great Commission, the one revealed in the OT. These two commands work hand in hand in fulfilling God ‘ s love for the world. God has been longing to save fallen humanity since the fall of Adam (Jn. 3:16). The OT Great Commission is essential to fu