Originally Posted by Contra_Mundum

I think it is person-, and possibly culture- specific.

There is much value in sending someone to the OT first. I used that recently with a man, who upon a lengthy reading came to realize much better the sinful condition of man, including himself. Which sets the stage quite nicely for the gospel message.

But many people can benefit from starting with John's gospel, or some other NT passage. Remember, Christ is in ALL the Scriptures. No matter where you start, you can find a way to him without contortions. Concerning the Law and the prophets, "These are they which testify of me."