Bible was prepared to be altered?

When the New Testament (NT) refers to “Scriptures” or when Yeshua says, “As it is written,” the context is the Hebrew Scriptures, commonly called the “Old Testament”. (I dont like the term  OT as it implies something outdated or replaced by the NT which is a misconception but I’m using it ibecause those I want to reach use it.)

The 27 books of the NT were not canonized until the Council of Hippo in 393 AD, reaffirmed by the Councils of Carthage in 397 and 419 AD. While the core writings existed earlier, Yeshua and His disciples could not reference the NT since it was compiled long after their time. Their teachings were grounded in the Torah, Prophets, and Writings, aka tge OT.

This is important to consider, especially if you believe the Hebrew Scriptures (OT) hold little relevance for Gentile believers today.

It’s also crucial to recognize the influence of Marcion, an early heretic who promoted a false dichotomy between the so-called “OT God” of wrath and the “NT God” of love. He rejected the Torah and sought to sever Christianity from its Hebrew roots. His teachings contributed to the unscriptural division of the Bible into “OT” and “NT.”

However, the biblical concept of the “New”, in fact “Re-Newed” Covenant” (is not about discarding the Torah but about internalizing it, as prophesied in Jeremiah 31:31-33. Yeshua and the apostles never abolished the Torah; they upheld it. Sadly, many modern Christian doctrines unknowingly reflect Marcion’s legacy by minimizing or dismissing the Torah’s relevance.

Thus, using terms like “OT” and “NT” can unintentionally perpetuate Marcion’s divisive theology. A better understanding recognizes the Scriptures as one unified, continuous revelation of God’s plan.

If your understanding of “Scripture” is limited to the NT, it’s time to reconsider. Our Messiah certainly didn’t view it that way. The Hebrew Scriptures (commonly called the “Old Testament”) were the foundation of His teachings and the source He referenced throughout His ministry.

I encourage you to study the OT with an open heart. Remember, all Scripture is inspired by God, profitable for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness (2 Tim 3:16).