Dispensationalism Wrongly Divides the Word of Truth - Part 2

1. Dispensationalism makes the literal interpretation of the OT to govern the NT.
   I. Literal interpretation claimed.
   II. Relation of OT and NT Interpretation.

2. The OT shows that it must be understood spiritually and of Christ.
   I. OT shows that God's plan is for the world, not just Israel.
   II. OT shows that spiritual realities are more important than external religious or moral conformity.
   III. OT uses language in type and prophecy that points to spiritual not literal fulfillment.

3. The NT teaches that the OT must be understood spiritually and of Christ.
   Augustine "In the Old Testament the New is concealed; in the New Testament the Old is revealed."

Luke 24:21-27, 44-48
1 Peter 1:10-12
Matthew 1:1; 28:18-20
2 Corinthians 1:20

Genesis 12:1-3 with Hebrews 11:16; Romans 4:13 and Galatians 3.