First, to increase knowledge of Christianity as it is one of the major religions. Secondly, through the stories and teachings of the ministry of Jesus in the New Testament the path to salvation is revealed. Finally, the New Testament contains all the information that is needed to be right with God to reach His kingdom. “For those seeking something beyond our passing existence in this life, the New Testament is on the list of essential reading (Schenck, 2010 p. 2). As we study the New Testament we learn how to improve ourselves as we learn to become followers of Jesus Christ. Another benefit of studying the New Testament includes feeling the strength, hope, and comfort it can provide as we face challenging times and situations. Furthermore, as we study the New Testament we are provided answers to the ultimate concerns of humanity. “Why are we here? What is the purpose of our lives? Is there anything beyond death (Schenck, 2010 p. 2). Ultimately, as we learn to believe in Jesus Christ we are granted salvation from our
First, to increase knowledge of Christianity as it is one of the major religions. Secondly, through the stories and teachings of the ministry of Jesus in the New Testament the path to salvation is revealed. Finally, the New Testament contains all the information that is needed to be right with God to reach His kingdom. “For those seeking something beyond our passing existence in this life, the New Testament is on the list of essential reading (Schenck, 2010 p. 2). As we study the New Testament we learn how to improve ourselves as we learn to become followers of Jesus Christ. Another benefit of studying the New Testament includes feeling the strength, hope, and comfort it can provide as we face challenging times and situations. Furthermore, as we study the New Testament we are provided answers to the ultimate concerns of humanity. “Why are we here? What is the purpose of our lives? Is there anything beyond death (Schenck, 2010 p. 2). Ultimately, as we learn to believe in Jesus Christ we are granted salvation from our