How do we know that Jesus is the fulfillment of Old Testament types?
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Jesus fulfills Old Testament types, as shown in the New Testament that often references these shadows as pointing to Him.
Scripture is replete with types that prefigure Christ, particularly within the narratives of the Old Testament. The Apostle Paul affirms in 1 Corinthians 10:6, that the events concerning Israel serve as 'examples' for us, emphasizing that they were written for our admonition. The rock, which Moses struck, represents Christ who was struck for our sins, a recurring theme echoed in the New Testament. Furthermore, passages like Romans 15:4 affirm that earlier writings were intended to teach us, showing the continuity between the Testaments and ultimately culminating in the person of Jesus Christ.
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