Introduction to the Old Testament – The First Testament of Jesus Christ

Gathered in this post are resources to help you teach your family not only the stories of the people in the Old Testament but also the doctrine and principles found in the study block for the Come, Follow Me reading. Every resource linked to is free! Most links are to church websites or websites approved for further gospel study. Choose on thing a day to do with your family or a couple to do for family home evening. Enjoy!

Everyone

Poster – “Old Testament Overview” – Print and hang this poster to help you see some of the people in the Old Testament you will learn about this year.

Video – The Blessings of Scripture – As part of the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible, consider our blessings and responsibilities in having God’s word so readily available. (3:03 minutes)

Video – The Holy Bible – The Holy Bible is a sacred book that contains the word of God. It foretells the coming of Jesus Christ and describes His life, mission, and sacred role as the Son of God and Savior of the world. (1:39 minutes)

Children

Activity – Heavenly Father Made Covenants with People in the Old Testament – Coloring page

Activity – Scripture Hide and Seek – You can learn about Jesus Christ in the Old Testament! Cut out the cards and have one person hide them around the room. Then search for the hidden cards. When you find one, look up the scripture and read it together.

Video – Come Learn the Old Testament – Get excited to study the prophets of the Old Testament and learn how they prepared the way for Jesus Christ. Gospel for Kids (1:24 minutes)

Video – About the Old Testament – Heavenly Father loves His children. He sent Jesus Christ, or Jehovah, to teach them. The Old Testament contains the stories of these teachings to His ancient people, called the Israelites. Gospel for Kids (2:07 minutes)

Youth

Article – Finding Jesus Christ in the Old Testament – Here are three ways you can look for the Savior as you study the Old Testament this year.

Article – Why Does God Have Us Make Covenants? –

Video – Who is Jesus Christ? – People all over the world know the name of Jesus Christ, but do they really know Him? (1:18 minutes)

Youth & Adults

Article – Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible – Church History Topics

Article – Finding Jesus Christ in the Old Testament – These five truths can help us come to know our Savior in our scripture study this year.

Article – The Blessings of Studying the Old Testament – As we read the chapters and verses of this ancient book of scripture, we will be spiritually fortified.

Article – The Miracle of the Holy Bible – We are true and full believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and in His revealed word through the Holy Bible.

Article – The Blessing of Scripture – The central purpose of all scripture is to fill our souls with faith in God the Father and in His Son, Jesus Christ.

Article – 400 Years of the King James Bible – A timeline explanation of how the King James Bible came to be translated.

Adults

Article – Seeking Christ and Covenants: Nephi’s Keys to Reading the Old Testament – Nephi shared some insights that can help you in your study. January 2026 Liahona.

Article – The Old Testament: A Voice from the Past and a Witness for the Lord Jesus Christ – BYU Religious Studies Center

Article – Empowering Young Adult Women through Female Role Models in the Old Testament – BYU Religious Studies Center

Video – Inspiring Short: Successive Colors of Covenants – Like a child painting Jesus, if we follow the successive colors of the covenants taught in the temple, we can start to see Christ’s image form in ourselves. From a BYU speech by Anthony Sweat. (3:46 minutes)