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Could you explain the continuity/discontinuity of the Testaments and the relation of continuity/discontinuity to eschatology?

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Dear Mr. Bunch,
   It sounds like some teacher is trying to get a superior intellect attitude toward the Bible, so its moral authority is undermined.
   Any perceived discontinuity of the Testaments is based on fallible human reasoning.  Taken as a whole, both Testaments describe God's plan for His creation, and our response to Him.  One can face the future confidently based on God's history and prophecy.
   If I've misunderstood your question, please give specific verses that are a problem and I will try to fit them in to God's plan, ok?
   Sincerely,
   Priscilla Lyons

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I have time for you. The Bible has been my guiding light for most of the 56 years of my life. My missionary parents in Brazil kindled a love for God`s Word by their example and their love for truth. The Lord has blessed my husband and me with responsible, independent children who love and serve the Lord and are our best friends. I would enjoy discussing any subject or problem from a Biblical perspective.

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I help lead music in a small Southern Baptist Church. Although I rarely have the opportunity to play, I do play the bass guitar, drums, tambourine, harmonica and piano. I like Southern Gospel and praise choruses, but only know by heart the words from the hymnal, and my vocal range is half an octave lower than most music is written, but fortunately my husband transposes well and also plays by ear.

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