Podcasts about Commandment

Mother Miriam Live - May 27, 2025 I came from a Mulsim-convert family. How do I properly enter the Catholic Church? As a former polygamist, can I be reunited to the Church through confession and communion? What advice can I give my son who is uncomfortable being an altar server alongside girls? Is refusing to watch a bad TV show with a parent disobeying the 4th Commandment?

Love forms the foundation of our entire faith journey. In this profound episode of Reasoning Through the Bible, we explore what Jesus called the greatest commandment of all – the command to love God wholeheartedly and to love our neighbors as ourselves.During the final week of Jesus' earthly ministry, a remarkable conversation unfolds between Christ and a sincere scribe. Unlike other religious leaders trying to trap Jesus, this scribe genuinely seeks wisdom. "What commandment is foremost of all?" he asks. Jesus' answer revolutionizes our understanding of what matters most to God.The greatest commandment isn't about religious ritual or following rules. It's about love – loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving our neighbors as ourselves. This radical prioritization of love over religious works challenges both ancient and modern assumptions about what God desires from us.We discover how Christianity fundamentally differs from works-based religious systems. Our faith begins with love, not obligation. We don't obey to appease God; we obey because we already love Him. This subtle but crucial distinction transforms how we approach our spiritual journey.The episode also explores an often-neglected dimension of faith: loving God with our minds. While many Christians embrace emotional connection with God, Jesus explicitly commands intellectual engagement. Christianity has a rich tradition of deep thinkers who have loved God with brilliant minds – a tradition we're invited to continue.Join us for an intellectually stimulating and spiritually enriching exploration of love as the greatest commandment – the profound truth that can transform your understanding of what it means to follow Jesus.Support the showThank you for listening!! Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the Bible Please prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve

Send us a textFrank Lavin served under Presidents Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush in positions as varied as personnel, national security, international trade negotiations, Ambassador to Singapore, among others. In this conversation, we discuss his 8+ years in the Reagan White House from 1981-1989 - which is chronicled in his recent book Inside the Reagan White House. In the Reagan White House, he wore several different hats, was in hundreds of meetings with President Reagan, worked alongside some of the most influential administration officials - culminating in his stint as White House Political Director during the 1988 elections.IN THIS EPISODEFrank grows up in small-town Ohio in a tensely political time...Frank talks the establishment vs. conservative sparring in the GOP of the 1970s...Frank's early campaign activities in the late 70s and working for an IE backing Reagan as a college student in 1980...An important political lesson Frank learned from James Baker in Baker's 1978 race for Texas Attorney General...Memories of how Jim Baker ran the Reagan White House as Chief of Staff...How Reagan borrowed from FDR to become a powerful political communicator...How Reagan led the White House in meetings behind closer doors...Frank's first White House job of letting unsuccessful job applicants down easy...How the White House was a tug-of-war between "true believers" and "pragmatists"...Memories of his time at the Office of Public Liasion and how the President would "freeze" the first 10 minutes of a meeting...The 1984 Democratic challenger the White House was most worried about and how Reagan bounced back from a bad '82 midterm to win an '84 landslide...The difference in "desk truth" and "street truth"...How Reagan staffer Mike Deaver fundamentally changed the way a White House handles presidential travel...Frank's time as a White House national security staffer negotiating with the Soviets and spending time with President Reagan and Margaret Thatcher at Camp David...Frank demystifies his role as White House Political Director during the 1988 elections...The origin of the famous Reagan "11th Commandment" maxim...How Reagan initially won - and successfully held - the voters who came to be known as "Reagan Democrats"...Frank's memories of being around President George H.W. Bush...The low point of Frank's time in the Reagan White House...Quick memories from Frank of prominent figures including Karl Rove, Colin Powell, Richard Nixon, Henry Kissinger, Roger Stone, and Pat Buchanan...AND Al Haig Disease, Lee Atwater, Jimmy Carter, George Christopher, Bill Clinton, creative tension, Peter DelGiorno, Terry Dolan, Tony Dolan, Frank Donatelli, Mike Dukakis, exotic tendencies, the FEC, fireside chats, forced marriages, force multipliers, Gerald Ford, John Glenn, Barry Goldwater, Mikhail Gorbachev, Bob Haldeman, Warren Harding, Kamala Harris, Gary Hart, hatchet men, horizontal management, LBJ, jelly beans, Dick Lyng, Paul Manafort, Eugene McCarthy, George McGovern, Ed Meese, Walter Mondale, Brian Mulroney, Daniel Murphy, Ed Muskie, NCPAC, neutral recapitulations, the New Left, non sequiturs, Oliver North, John Poindexter, the Reykjavik Summit, Stu Spencer, Robert Taft, Donald Trump, Bob Weed, George Wortley...& more!

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St. George Episcopal Church, discusses the final instructions Jesus left with his disciples and for his followers - to love one another.Send comments to musingsonfaith@gmail.com.

The 10th Commandment

Tradition and true faith from the teachings of Jesus. Traditions can both enrich and hinder our spiritual lives. Jesus calls us to focus on the condition of our hearts rather than outward rituals. Sermon Notes Mark 7:1 - 4 Pharisees observing traditions Mark 7:5 Pharisees and scribes criticize Jesus' disciples for not following tradition of washing Mark 7:6 – 8 Jesus states that prophesy has been fulfilled Mark 7:9 – 13 Jesus gives examples how they have set aside God's word for their traditions Mark 7:14 & 15 Jesus teaches the crowd what defiles a person Mark 7:17 – 23 Disciples do not understand so Jesus teaches them further on it is what comes out of you not what goes into you

On the night before his crucifixion, Jesus offers his disciples one final commandment—not a plan, not a parable, but a legacy: “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34). In this message, we explore what it means to take that command seriously—not as a gentle suggestion, but as the defining mark of the Christian life. This is not sentimental love; it's love that shows up, bears burdens, washes feet, crosses boundaries, and costs something. In a time when division is loud and compassion often quiet, this kind of love is how the world will know who we are—and whose we are.  

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Fr. Eamonn and Mary reflect on the fifth Sunday of Easter Gospel where Judas has left the upper room and Jesus prays that we may all be one and gives the commandment to love one another as He has loved. L'articolo Lectio Divina – Mary Hooton – Fr. Eamonn McCarthy – Fifth Sunday of Easter – Jesus commandment to love one another as He has loved us proviene da Radio Maria.

In this episode of the COS Podcast, Tony Bruin explores the often overlooked virtue of happiness within Christian life. Drawing from scriptural teachings and the works of commentators like Dennis Prager and others, Tony dives deep into why joy and happiness are not merely suggested but commanded in the Bible. He discusses joy's role in reflecting trust in God, its significance as a moral obligation, and how it serves as a powerful witness to the world. Join the discussion on the importance of cultivating deep, abiding happiness as a vital aspect of Christian discipleship.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:39 Discussing Happiness and Virtue01:25 Dennis Prager's Influence on Happiness03:36 The Importance of Joy in Christian Life08:45 Joy as a Commandment and Its Biblical Basis14:04 Joy in Adversity and Its Witness to the World21:34 The Power of Joyful Witness22:06 Living Out Hope and Joy22:47 Joy in the Christian Community23:44 The Moral Obligation to Be Joyful23:57 Concluding Thoughts on Joy26:36 Engaging with the Community30:27 The Importance of Joy in Faith31:07 Joining the Tony Bruin Community40:17 Final Remarks and Encouragement

05-11-2025 PM "A Commandment for a Sabbath A Creation Ordinance"Scripture Reading: Genesis 2:1-7I. The Description of the Sabbath as a Creation Ordinance A. A Description of the Idea of Creation Ordinance B. A Description of the Attack on Creation OrdinancesII. The Proof for the Sabbath as a Creation Ordinance A. The Clarity of the Proof B. The Questioning of the ProofIII. The Implications of the Sabbath as a Creation Ordinance A. An Ordinance of Perpetual Validity B. An Ordinance of Highest SignificanceRev. Lubbers

Fired Up #3 John 13:15, 33-35

Contentment is hard to find in our consumer society. "Keeping up with the Joneses" has created a consumption culture that promises satisfaction but delivers only more hunger. What does Scripture have to say is the cure to this disease? The answer might be closer than we think.

In this week's Parsha Rabbi Kohn asks what a powerful question. What do you live for? He explains from the Parsha how we need to make sure the things we are living for are of a higher calling. He also gives a lesson from the Parsha on the correct way to give rebuke or constructive critiscism so that it will be accepted. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/    Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parsha Podcast(00:00:28) - Parshas Achremos Kedoshim(00:03:37) - The Commandment of the Torah about Not Marrying Certain Relatives(00:13:04) - Six Parsha V' Chaibim(00:13:25) - Parsha's Kedoshim

Jerry, Scott, and Shane walk through these verses together.

The biblical command to love others might be more about social contracts than warm fuzzy feelings. What if "love your neighbor" wasn't just a moral cliché, but a radical political theory? In this week's Madlik episode, we explore how the biblical concept of love in Judaism goes far beyond sentiment, representing a powerful social contract that shapes how we build just societies. Challenging Conventional Wisdom Many associate "love your neighbor as yourself" with Christian teachings, unaware of its origins in Leviticus. This episode aims to reclaim this foundational concept, examining it through the original texts and a Jewish lens and uncovering its profound implications for social and political philosophy. Key Insights: • Context is crucial: The commandment appears alongside practical economic and ethical guidelines, suggesting a broader application beyond personal relationships. • Love as action: The Hebrew phrasing implies loving what's good for your neighbor, focusing on welfare and justice rather than emotion alone. • A tool for ethical decision-making: The Bible creates a thought experiment that by considering what we'd want for ourselves, we gain a framework for fair treatment of others. • The gift of giving: Some interpretations link "love" (ahava) to the concept of giving (hav), emphasizing generosity as a core expression of love. Rethinking Love as a Social Contract Geoffrey Stern challenges us to view "love your neighbor" not just as an individual ethical guideline, but as a foundational principle for structuring society. This perspective aligns fascinatingly with the work of political philosopher John Rawls. Rawls' "Veil of Ignorance": • Imagine creating a society without knowing your place in it (rich/poor, talented/average, religious, secular etc.) • This thought experiment forces us to consider fairness for all, not just the majority • It echoes the biblical command to love your neighbor "as yourself" – putting yourself in another's position "What if 'love your neighbor' is the measuring stick we need to use when creating a just society?" - Geoffrey Stern Practical Implications: • Rethinking social safety nets: If you didn't know whether you'd be born advantaged or disadvantaged, what protections would you want in place? • Balancing opportunity and security: How do we create a system that rewards initiative while ensuring basic dignity for all? What if “neighbor” refers less to someone of the same religion, tribe or ethnicity and more for someone who one wishes to form a social contract with? • Defining community: Who counts as our "neighbor" in an increasingly interconnected world? Challenges to Consider Emotional agency: Can love truly be commanded? While we can't control feelings, we can cultivate loving actions and mindsets. Balancing self and other: How do we interpret "as yourself" without neglecting self-care or enabling codependency? Applying ancient wisdom: How do we translate these principles into modern policy and social structures? What We Learned About Love and Justice This exploration of "love your neighbor" reveals it's far more than a simple ethical maxim. It's a powerful tool for ethical reasoning, a guide for building just societies, and a challenge to constantly expand our circle of moral consideration. The next time you encounter this familiar phrase, consider: • How would your decisions change if you couldn't determine where you stood in your social system? • What would our communities look like if we used this principle as a foundation for policy-making? • How can you actively practice this form of love in your daily interactions and civic engagement? By reframing "love your neighbor" as a radical social contract, we unlock its potential to transform not just individual hearts, but entire societies. This episode of Madlik invites us to see love not as mere sentiment, but as a powerful force for justice and human flourishing. Timestamps [00:00] — The Radical Reframe: Is “Love Your Neighbor” Really About Politics? [01:45] — How Leviticus 19 Contextualizes Love With Justice and Economics [04:02] — Ethical Laws in Detail: Gleaning, Wages, and Honesty [06:25] — Love vs. Hate: The Torah's Practical Definitions [10:13] — Rabbi Akiva's Declaration: Why This Verse is a “Great Principle” [12:01] — How Medieval Commentaries Interpret “Love” Through Justice [17:15] — Emotional Agency and the Commandment to Love [20:17] — Christianity's Take: How the New Testament Riffs on Leviticus [24:55] — Giving as an Act of Love: Rabbi Riskin on the Root of Aha'vah [28:02] — John Rawls and Torah: Justice, Fairness, and the Veil of Ignorance Links & Learnings Sign up for free and get more from our weekly newsletter https://madlik.com/ Safaria Source Sheet: https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/645145 Transcript on episode web page: https://madlik.com/?p=5948

Patrick breaks down the papal conclave, explaining the centuries-old traditions, the secrecy required, and how cardinals select a new pope. He shares the meaning behind the empty chair of Peter, what the black and white smoke signals during the process, and addresses common myths about Catholic beliefs. Patrick also answers questions on marriage, faith, and offers practical advice for handling conversations about religion. Patrick explain the rules when electing a new Pope, including the dos and don'ts. (02:30) Jessica – If a couple decided to use contraception in marriage should they still get married in Church? (19:44) Annika - Once I found Jesus, I realized that my mom taught me about Jesus and God without being pointed. (27:48) Jackie - I had a dream about my dad. He said he was in Purgatory. What does the Church teach about these kind of dreams? Can the deceased communicate with us? (34:07) Olga - Protestant coworker says that Catholics got rid of 2nd Commandment about graven images. How can I respond? (38:59)

In this episode of Chatechesis, Deacon Don reflects on Divine Mercy Sunday and healing.  He then goes on to look at the  9th Commandment and tells the story of St. Maria Goretti. L'articolo Chatechesis – Deacon Don – the 9th Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

The 1st Commandment | No Other Gods - Exodus 20 // Graham Phillips by Hope City Church

In this episode of Chatechesis, Father Martin Shanahan summarises the fifth Commandment and reflects on the Sixth Commandment. L'articolo Chatechesis – Fr Martin Shanahan –  the Sixth Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

In this episode of Chatechesis, Deacon Don reflects on the 8th Commandment and gives some very interesting stories. L'articolo Chatechesis – Deacon Don – the 8th Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

John 12:37–50I. The Judgment of God in Jesus – 37-43II. The Salvation of God in Jesus – 44-50

4-27-25 PM "A Commandment concerning the Divine Name"Scripture Reading: Psalm 50Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 36I. Addresses a Particular Person A. A Person in God's Image B. A Person of Transformative GraceII. Includes a Solemn Prohibition A. Forbidding the Abuse of Divine Names B. Given the Purpose of Divine NamesIII. Gives a Unique Opportunity A. For an Expression of Reverence B. For a Life of PraiseRev. Greg Lubbers

Low energy, stubborn belly fat, weak workouts, poor sleep, no sex drive? That's not normal. It's low testosterone, and it's a silent epidemic affecting millions of men, especially over 40.In this episode, I'm breaking down the 10 Commandments of Naturally Increasing Testosterone—the exact framework I've used to help thousands of men inside the Over 40 Alpha Brotherhood reclaim their strength, their confidence, and their manhood.We're not talking about TRT, steroids, or any quick-fix BS. This is all about dialing in your lifestyle, so your body starts producing more testosterone naturally, the way it was always meant to.I'm going to show you why belly fat is your enemy, how poor sleep crushes your hormones, what kind of training actually boosts your T, and why most guys are unknowingly flooding their bodies with estrogenic toxins. We'll also talk about porn, alcohol, junk food, and the weak habits that are straight-up sabotaging your masculinity.These 10 commandments aren't just tips. They're non-negotiables. And when you lock them in, you'll not only increase your testosterone, but you'll feel more alive, more powerful, and more you than you've felt in years.Let's get after it.Timestamps:01:54 - The real epidemic06:20 - The Alpha Zone: What optimal testosterone looks like07:26 - Carl's transformation story at 4710:44 - Commandment #1: Thou shalt lift weights (the RIGHT way)17:20 - Commandment #2: Prioritize deep sleep for testosterone production23:05 - Commandment #3: Master your nutrition with balanced meals27:43 - Commandment #4: Eliminate belly fat 31:02 - Commandment #5: Crush chronic stress with proven daily habits37:11 - Commandment #6: Ditch estrogenic toxins (and reclaim your hormones)39:12 - Commandment #7: Move daily beyond workouts40:37 - Commandment #8: Supplement wisely43:37 - Commandment #9: Fuel the Alpha mindset46:47 - Commandment #10: Thou shalt reject all low T lifestyle choices

A difficult daf. When a combination of mitzvot (positive and negative) and the violation thereof lead to lashes vs. when the result is no lashes. Plus, Rabbi Yochanan changes his mind. Plus, the case of a man who rapes a woman, has to marry her, can't divorce her, and then does divorce her - what happens to him? Also, how the time factor to do a positive commandment is relevant to his rectifying this situation.

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Worship Leader Taylor Cummings explains that genuine love for God is rooted in spending time together and truly understanding His character, much like building a close relationship with a friend. He emphasizes that knowing God means experiencing His voice, preferences, and teachings firsthand.

Send us a textThe time for Jesus to complete the mission of redeeming his people arrived. It was Passover and Jesus gathers with his 12 special disciples. He will soon go through the horror of his sufferings climaxing in his crucifixion. He will actually be the true Lamb making atonement for people. During the course of this ceremonial meal Jesus gave his followers three commandments. Two are recorded in John and Matthew, Mark, Luke and Paul record the other commandment. Three words can help us to remember the 3 commands he gave at this last Passover: wash, love, eat.Bible Insights with Wayne ConradContact: 8441 Hunnicut Rd Dallas, Texas 75228email: Att. Bible Insights Wayne Conradgsccdallas@gmail.com (Good Shepherd Church) Donation https://gsccdallas.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJTZX6qasIrPmC1wQpben9ghttps://www.facebook.com/waconrad or gscchttps://www.sermonaudio.com/gsccSpirit, Truth and Grace MinistriesPhone # 214-324-9915 leave message with number for call backPsalms 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

The time for Jesus to complete the mission of redeeming his people arrived. It was Passover and Jesus gathers with his 12 special disciples. He will soon go through the horror of his sufferings climaxing in his crucifixion. He will actually be the true Lamb making atonement for people. During the course of this ceremonial meal Jesus gave his followers three commandments. Two are recorded in John and Matthew, Mark, Luke and Paul record the other commandment. Three words can help us to remember the 3 commands he gave at this last Passover: wash, love, eat.

In this follow-up to their deep dive on the Fifth Commandment, Blake and Jack return to the sometimes awkward, always relevant topic of honoring your father and mother—even when it feels...."lame." From Exodus to Ephesians, from childhood to caregiving, the guys walk through how this foundational commandment touches every stage of life and why it matters for our walk with Christ. They unpack the biblical promise tied to the command, the temptation to scapegoat our parents for our issues, and how obedience—however uncool it might feel—is a bold act of faith. Honoring your parents isn't about perfection—it's about faithfulness. Whether you're living in your mom's basement, caring for aging parents, or still trying to figure out what "no cap" means, this episode is for you.   For a limited time, The Chorus in the Chaos listeners get 10% off their first purchase at Reformation Heritage Books! Use the coupon code "CHORUS". While there, don't forget to check out the new Family Worship Guide.    The Chorus in the Chaos Info: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chorus_in_the_chaos/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chorusnthechaos Intro/Outro Music (by our good friend Nick Illes): https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tnsQ... Email: chorusinthechaos@email.com      

Don't murder - protect human life. But we can't imagine our desire for violence. We've got to see the incredible value and worth we have from the one who gave up his life for us. The 5th Commandment.

4-13-25 PM "Third Commandment - The LORD's Name"Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:5-11, Page 1349Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 36, Forms & Prayers, 244Because the name of the God known and unveiled in Jesus Christ is so wonderful, you and I are to take on the glad burden of the Third Commandment -The LORD's Name, no taking it in vain:I. The prohibition established…II. The requirement laid out…III. The accountability involved…IV. The credibility at stake…Rev. Mike Kearney

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: I love this passage of scripture. I have heard it quoted on more than one occasion, especially when people faced situations that made them afraid. Three times God told Joshua to "be strong and courageous” (vv. 6, 7, 9). Is this one of your go-to verses when you are facing fear? So this is not just a passage that teaches us to be strong and courageous because God is with us, it is also a passage that teaches us the importance of studying and obeying the Word of God? What does studying the Word of God look like for the average person who has a family, a job, and responsibilities? What are some of the favorite tools that you use to help you study the Bible? The reading for the day is: Deuteronomy 34:1—Joshua 2:24 Luke 13:22–14:6 Psalm 79:1-13 Proverbs 12:26

In this episode of The Healing Power of the Sacraments, Aidan Byrne answers a listener's question on ‘dry needling', a New Age practice. He finishes his look at the sixth commandment by outlining the Catholic Catechism's articles on stealing. He then moves on to the seventh commandment. L'articolo E87 | Healing Power of the Sacraments – Aidan Byrne – dry needling – the Seventh Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

Introduction: The Heart of Covenant Faithfulness Deuteronomy 6 is one of the most cherished chapters in the Torah, often referred to as the heart of Israel's faith. Known for its powerful opening declaration, the Shema (“Hear, O Israel”), this chapter is not merely a call to monotheism, but an invitation to a life deeply rooted in love, obedience, and remembrance of God's enduring covenant. Set within Moses' final speeches to the Israelites before they enter the Promised Land, Deuteronomy 6 serves as both a reminder and a charge: to fear the Lord, to love Him wholeheartedly, and to pass this legacy to future generations. #biblestidy #christianpodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.

Do we really know ourselves well enough to tell the truth? Death and resurrection can firmly ground us and give us a place to build from. Sermon on April 6th, 2025 on the 8th Commandment

4-6-25 PM "A Commandment for a Spiritual Worship"Scripture Reading: John 4:1-26, Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 35I. The Obligation for a Spiritual WorshipA. Given the Nature of WorshipB. Given the Object of WorshipII. The Regulation of a Spiritual WorshipA. The Main Idea of the RegulationB. The Basic Elements in the RegulationIII. The Instruction in a Spiritual WorshipA. Preaching for an InstructionB. Preaching of the WordRev. Greg Lubbers

In this episode, we dive deep into what might be the most overlooked truth in all of spiritual practice: you must be taught how to love yourself. Augustine got it wrong. So did many traditions that assume self-love is innate or automatic. I argue the opposite—self-love is a discipline, a mystery, and a prerequisite for any true love of God or neighbor. From the Shema to the Upanishads, from trauma healing to kenosis, we uncover how the love of self—rightly understood—is not vanity, but sacred charity. This is not self-help fluff. This is soul-deep recovery work. And it just might be the missing link in both East and West.

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You were made to be in a relationship with the living God and His first commandment is that you should worship Him alone. God commands us to love Him because He loves us first. The First Commandment of the Ten Commandments is “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt. You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself a graven image.” Jesus in the Gospels said very clearly: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” It may seem like the First Commandment may be difficult to break. After all, we don't worship statues! But if we really stop and reflect, how many of us are too attached to material things of this world? We might be too reliant on money or status, and we may value other things as more important than God. The Lord truly wants us to make him number one.CCC 2093 says: We are called by the first commandment to have charity; we must love God above everything and all creatures. One can sin against charity through indifference (refusing to reflect on God's divine love), ingratitude (failing to acknowledge God's goodness), lukewarmness (negligence in responding to divine love), acedia (spiritual sloth), and hated of God which comes from pride. Not taking our faith as seriously as we ought is a sin against the first commandment. Another way we could break this commandment is outlined in the CCC 2110-2117. The First Commandment forbids superstition and irreligion. Superstition is a departure of the worship we give to the true God. We are commanded to reject idolatry which not only refers to pagan worship but also includes whenever one honors or reveres something that is not God in the place of God: whether this be power, pleasure, race, ancestors, government, money, or many other things. All forms of divination must be rejected including recourse to satan or demons, conjuring up the dead, consulting horoscopes or astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens, clairvoyance phenomenon, turning to mediums, and practicing occult magic. These contradict the honor, respect, and loving fear we owe to God alone. CCC 2129-2132 says: While the the First Commandment states "you shall not make for yourself a graven image", the veneration of sacred images is not contrary to this law because the worship is not directed at the images themselves which are considered mere things but leads us to worship the God Incarnate. God our Father in heaven loves you so much, and He asks that you return that love back to Him, not only for His sake but for yours... for your salvation. When we make God our first priority, everything else falls into order and we begin to see His gifts in their proper place. What is it that you are clinging onto that you need to give over to God today? Let him be the center of your life and be your Lord, your Savior, and your Master. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------"music by audionautix.com"Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

We are born in the condition of sin, and our trespasses are against God. But God makes provision for that through the sin and trespass offerings, which represent Christ. Only God can forgive our trespasses against Him, and His grace and forgiveness can be seen in the Old and New Testament.  If we are honest with Him and with ourselves, then the real blessings of knowing Christ begin to happen. VF-2397 Leviticus 5 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2025 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved

On the Character of the Heart in the 6th Commandment

In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus doesn't negate the command from Deuteronomy but pulls the teaching even deeper into a matter of the heart for all people. Jesus, in essence, is saying that God sees our hearts and if we have hatred in our hearts we are just as guilty of murder in the eyes of God. It isn't just about our external practice or religion but it is about our purity of heart before the One who examines the heart and that is really the Heart of the Matter. 

The Philistines bring full-scale war to Israel, and the Philistines are victorious. Three sons of Saul are slain, and when Saul sees the defeat all around him, he despairingly asks his armor-bearer to kill him. When the armor-bearer refuses, Saul breaks the 5th Commandment by taking his own life. The death of the king of Israel only strikes more fear into the Israelites and emboldens the Philistines. When the Philistines desecrate the body of Saul, the men of Jabesh-gilead risk their lives to show proper honor to their former king. This text invites conversation on the Bible's teaching concerning suicide and Christian care for the bodies of those who have died.  Rev. Dr. Richard Marrs, senior professor of practical theology and pastoral counseling at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 1 Samuel 31:1-13.  "A Kingdom Unlike All the Nations” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through 1-2 Samuel. This time in Israel's history has its highs and lows, but the LORD's faithfulness never wavers. He provides His Word to be proclaimed faithfully through prophets like Samuel and Nathan. Even as princes like Saul and David sit on an earthly throne, the LORD remains King over His people, even as He does now and forever through the Lord Jesus Christ. Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

God is all about life and the things that lead to greater amounts of quality and flourishing of life. At its core the commandment says we are not to take matters of death into our own hands but also leads us to desiring greater amounts of quality and flourishing for all people. As we look around the world, we see the devastations that many people face that rob them of the quality and flourishing that our God desires. The way we honor our God is to honor, seek after, sacrifice for and give generously to all things that pertain to life and that really is the Heart of the Matter.  

God is all about life and the things that lead to greater amounts of quality and flourishing of life. At its core the commandment says we are not to take matters of death into our own hands but also leads us to desiring greater amounts of quality and flourishing for all people. As we look around the world, we see the devastations that many people face that rob them of the quality and flourishing that our God desires. The way we honor our God is to honor, seek after, sacrifice for and give generously to all things that pertain to life and that really is the Heart of the Matter.