re: New Covenant rendered the OT moot.
I am sure you offered that mot in jest, right?
The thirty-nine books you call the "Old Testament" are called "The Bible" by world Jewry. The reference to old testament is not acceptable to jews and is reflective of the arrogance of many Christian sects.
And keep in mind that most Christians consider the "New Testament" a continuation of the Hebrew Bible, and not a stand alone document. In fact, Muslims consider both books part of their tradition and look at the Koran as a continuation of the "New Testament."
So, I accept your moot as a mote to be removed, right?
Publius