Text: Exodus 20:17 At what point does a desire become sinful? 1 Timothy 6:9 – But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. James 1:14-15 – But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it … [Read more...]
Oh be careful little tongue… (no lying), Exodus 20:16
Text: Exodus 20:16 What is forbidden? The commandment specifically forbids speaking falsely to the detriment offer neighbor. This would include giving false testimony about others in a court of law. This would include slander. The selling of inferior goods (Amos 8:4-6) The devouring of widows' houses (Mark 12:40) What is the … [Read more...]
Avoiding the weasel zone (no stealing, Exodus 20:15)
Text: Exodus 20:15 What is forbidden? The stealing of people (Ex. 21:16, Deut. 24:7, 1 Tim. 1:10) The moving of boundary markers (Deut 19:14, Deut 27:17, Job 24:2) The use of false measures (Deut 25:13-16, Prov 11:1) The selling of inferior goods (Amos 8:4-6) The charging of exorbitant interest (Exodus 22:25) The devouring of … [Read more...]
Sexuality and the Sanctity of Marriage
Text: Exodus 20:14 Why is adultery so serious? A married person belongs to someone else. Adultery is an act of brutal violence against a family. Adultery is a desecration of the gospel. The cost is great. How does Jesus interpret this command? Adultery is an issue of the heart. It is a serious issue with eternal … [Read more...]
Looks can kill – names do hurt
Text: Exodus 20:13 What is forbidden? Homicide Suicide Abortion Euthanasia What is not forbidden? Killing of animals (Gen 9:3) Killing in self-defense (Exodus 22:2) Killing in just war (Deut 20; Romans 13:1-3) Execution by the state (Gen 9:6; Rom 13:4) How does Jesus interpret this command? You can murder … [Read more...]