E117: Teaching Types & Shadows of Jesus Christ with Kyle Smith — Teaching Restored

Is it sometimes difficult to see Jesus Christ in certain chapters of the Old Testament? In this episode, we examine why Christ is present throughout scripture—even in passages where he seems invisible—and how to strengthen our ability to recognize him, both in the text and in our everyday lives.

We talk about how types and shadows work and why everything God gives bears record of the Savior. By practicing with everyday objects and familiar stories, we show how spiritual muscles can be developed to find Christ everywhere—including pens, power chargers, and even McDonald's drive-thrus. The conversation covers:

Definitions and differences between types and shadows
Practical methods for teaching these concepts in classrooms and at home
Cautions against overcomplicating or forcing symbolism that isn’t there
The importance of explicitly connecting principles and experiences back to Jesus Christ
How seeing Christ in scripture transforms personal relationships with him

Our discussion encourages a shift from merely identifying connections to deepening our ongoing relationship with Jesus Christ. We share practical tips, memorable stories, and honest reflections about how to make gospel study more transformative for ourselves and those we teach.