Podcasts about coveting

Today is day 350 and we are studying The Tenth Commandment. 350. What does it mean to covet? Coveting is the disordered desire for what belongs to another or what I am unable to have by law, by gift, or by right. (Joshua 7:1, 10–26) We will conclude today by praying the Collect for Saint Matthew found on page 632 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Presented by Lauren Stibgen Abundance means having a very large quantity or supply of something, more than enough, or overflowing fullness. Let's make this tangible. How many times have you turned this definition into something you wanted more of? Or maybe you perceived if you had more of a thing your life would be better? Have you ever caught yourself thinking if I only had X amount more money, I could do Y with it? Or I wish I had a new car! A bigger house. Or maybe you really want to go on that great vacation or buy a new handbag. Social media has really fueled this culture of comparison making things seem like needs as opposed to wants. We live in a world that largely spends more than it makes. According to debt.org, 90% of American households hold debt that totals the staggering amount of $18.2 trillion dollars. And, statistically, the more education someone has directly correlates with the amount of debt they hold. The average debt for someone with a high school diploma is $50,401 verses someone with an undergraduate degree at $115,456. Most of the debt is a mortgage, followed by auto loans, school debt, and credit cards. Roughly 44-57% of working Americans earning greater than $60,000 annually hold credit card debt. With delinquencies in all categories rising, 39% of women say their debt is unmanageable. But how did we get here? While economic implications are surely a factor in our borrow-now-pay-later society, we need to look at the heart implications of our increasing need for more. Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless (Ecclesiastes 5:10). We possess what we think we need and then simply want more. Are you jealous of something someone else has? Are you coveting a relationship? Maybe you feel like having something will earn you status or entry into another social group. You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his male servant, or his female servant, or his ox, or his donkey, or anything that is your neighbor's (Exodus 20:17). Coveting is to desire something belonging to someone else—something you are craving that is not yours. This can be a possession or even a relationship. When did this start for you? Far before I knew Jesus, I certainly knew what Air Jordan shoes were. Growing up in an affluent area, I was the kid who took the city bus and had clothes from a big box store. We certainly could not afford those shoes. Feelings of shame and embarrassment were common as I could not keep up with other kids because of how I was dressed. What did my parents do for Christmas? They borrowed. They bought me a few pieces they shouldn't have. I not only coveted what the other kids had but wanted the relationships too. My relationship with borrowing started before I could do it myself and then came college and credit cards. Borrowing to get ahead. Some of the borrowing like school loans propelled me forward, but some of the credit for things I coveted put me in debt. Have you ever heard someone say everyone has a God-sized hole in their heart? That is because all the money, possessions, and friendships we want more of can never give us more abundance than the love of our Lord through his son Jesus Christ. Those clothes may have made me more popular and gained me a few friends, but they never filled this hole. The only thing that can give us true abundance is Jesus. As we talk about this holy abundance, let's consider the pitfalls of seeking worldly abundance. I want to stress I am not suggesting a life of poverty, but when is enough, enough? Having an abundance of worldly things makes it difficult to experience the filling of that God-sized hole in your heart through Jesus. God's Word is clear. The Lord sends poverty and wealth; he humbles and he exalts (1 Samuel 2:7). If you think wealth equals abundance, remember, wealth comes from God, and it's so much more than money. The Bible is clear about wealth, and the sooner we orient ourselves to this view on abundance, the closer we can get to true abundant living with Jesus! We already talked about coveting, but what about greed? Jesus warns, Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions (Luke 12:15). Greed is an intense, selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food. Jesus warns of this and tells us our life is not tied to these possessions. Greed for power we believe can lead to wealth can certainly show up at work. Are you seeking that next promotion? This alone is not a bad thing! But checking your heart and intentions about the “why” is critical. Are there feelings of coveting or an intensity to feel worldly gain? Remember that God-sized hole? This underlying feeling will not fill it. God's word teaches us to hold loosely to our abundance, which is quite the opposite of greed. If anyone is poor among your fellow Israelites in any of the towns of the land the Lord your God is giving you, do not be hardhearted or tightfisted toward them (Deuteronomy 15:7). Being tightfisted is another reference to greed. Are you holding on too tightly to anything? Clearly, God wants us to give to those in need. Not only does God want us to give to the poor, he wants us to return to him in praise. Honor the Lord with your possessions and with the first produce of your entire harvest (Proverbs 3:9). What about all the borrowing I mentioned as we started our time together today? What does God have to say about this? Clearly, wealth and possessions come from the Lord, and he wants us to honor him and give to others. The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands. You will lend to many nations but will borrow from none (Deuteronomy 28:12). Lend, but don't borrow. Considering 90% of all Americans have debt, we can assume Christ-followers are included in this statistic! Aside from traditional lending, loans, and credit cards, what about when you lend money to family? God does not want us to charge interest. If you lend money to one of my people among you who is needy, do not treat it like a business deal; charge no interest (Exodus 22:25). God's Word has a lot to say about money! It isn't all doom and gloom if we keep a right mind about it. What is a right mind about money you ask? Considering what we just talked about a simple summary is: Acknowledge that everything comes from the Lord. All wealth. All possessions. Hold these things loosely. Don't be greedy or covet what others have. Honor the Lord with our first fruits. Lend but don't borrow. Give to the poor. These verses from 1 Timothy sum it up well, Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life (1 Timothy 6:17-19). Our abundance is from the Lord—everything we have! What happens when we don't keep a right mind about money? Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf (Proverbs 11:28). Better a little with righteousness than great income with injustice (Proverbs 16:8). Trusting in our worldly wealth and not handling it with care has consequences! Trust in wealth and you will fall! No one can serve two masters, since either he will hate one and love the other, or he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money (Matthew 6:24). Simply, the more you are focused on money, the more your mind will be far from God. Does this unhealthy view on money and wealth as abundance keep you far from a relationship with Jesus Christ? What worldly possessions are you thinking about right now? Think about things that God cares about that cost you little to nothing? Remember the greatest commandment is to love God and to love our neighbors as ourselves. How can you do this today? Perhaps you can shift your mindset from striving for wealth to striving for time with loved ones and friends! Perhaps you can take time to serve with a local charity. Stop to pray for a friend. Take a walk in nature and meditate on God's word. Sing a song of praise and thanksgiving to our Lord. Write a note or letter to someone who could use some encouragement. Don't store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves don't break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Matthew 6:19-21). Are you treasuring the things God cares about and views as abundant, or are you fixated on what the world says abundance is? Do you worry more about how someone feels when they are with you or what they think of what you are wearing or what your house looks like? God cares that you are living abundantly from the inside out! If you are ready today and find yourself a little too focused on worldly abundance or maybe you are among the 90% of people in America who hold debt, have hope and run to Jesus! Remember why we need him. All of us sin and fall short of the glory of God. God knows we are not perfect like Jesus, and he lavished us with his mercy that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. I don't know about you, but this feels beyond abundant! Breaking free from habits of seeking worldly abundance starts with repenting if you aren't walking in a right-minded way about money as we read about in 1 Timothy 6. Do you covet? Are you greedy? Do you withhold from giving to those in need? Perhaps you are in debt. Bring all of this to the feet of Jesus in prayer and talk to someone who can hold you accountable to changing your ways. There are many programs that can help you find a right relationship with money, keeping you in order of serving God first! Turn your eyes from social media and from looking at what everyone else has! Keep your life free from the love of money. Be satisfied with what you have, for he himself has said, I will never leave you or abandon you (Hebrews 13:5). God will never leave you or abandon you! He is the only one who can fill the space in your heart like nothing in this world can.

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The Tenth Commandment is against “coveting.”That's an old-fashioned concept that no one really seems to talk about any more.Which is a shame, because coveting is a sure way to be unhappy.This is because coveting is wanting something that isn't yours to have.Including someone else's life. And wanting something that isn't yours to have is a sure way to be miserable.It's like when Peter asked Jesus what the future held for the Apostle John.Jesus's response? “What's that to you, Peter?”It's the same for us—we are constantly allowing ourselves to covet things that aren't ours: other people's lives or bodies or families or bank accounts.The only solution to this is gratitude.

This week at Venture, we welcomed Pastor Jared Ming from Higher Vision Church as he continued our Journey Through Ephesians series with a powerful message from Ephesians 5. Pastor Jared teaches what it means to “be imitators of God” — that following Jesus is not just about believing, but about becoming more like our Father. Through humor, personal stories, and deep biblical insight, he unpacks two life-changing truths: 1. Walk in Love Love isn't just emotion — it's action, sacrifice, generosity, and self-control. Jared shows how true love is expressed through giving, and how it also means restraining the desires and behaviors that lead us away from God. 2. Walk in the Light We are called to leave the darkness behind. Jared challenges us to disconnect from anything that keeps us from God's best and to step fully into the light — through confession, truth, repentance, and following Jesus wholeheartedly. This message is practical, challenging, and full of moments that will help you grow closer to God and look more like Him in your daily life. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Online00:06 – Drop your location in the comments00:20 – Service intro00:42 – Pastor Jared Ming takes the stage01:07 – Honoring Pastor Brandon, Pastor Di, and the team01:23 – About Higher Vision Church01:38 – Thanksgiving weekend humor02:03 – “Drumstick” joke02:24 – Diving into Ephesians 502:41 – Standing for the reading of God's Word02:57 – “Be imitators of God”03:31 – Opening prayer03:58 – What does it mean to imitate God?04:17 – Mimicking your Father in heaven04:42 – Family photo illustration05:19 – Do you resemble your Father spiritually?06:25 – What imitation really looks like06:49 – Encouraging the room07:16 – The call to “walk in love”07:56 – Love expressed through giving08:41 – God loved and gave09:05 – The five love languages09:27 – Gift illustration with Pastor Morgan10:51 – It's not love if there's no substance11:13 – Showing love through generosity and forgiveness11:43 – Love is demonstrated through action12:27 – Love is expressed through self-control12:59 – Hard topics: sexual immorality13:28 – Why Paul addresses sexuality14:28 – Fornication explained15:08 – God's call to holiness16:01 – Coveting and desires16:35 – Desires become actions16:57 – God protects us through boundaries17:53 – Love restrains18:01 – Controlling your words18:27 – All communication matters19:15 – Every word is recorded19:44 – Our words justify or condemn20:06 – Life and death in the tongue20:52 – The power of confession21:34 – Your words shape your future22:11 – Speak life, not defeat22:37 – Don't be deceived by empty words23:21 – Cultural lies vs. biblical truth24:06 – Reaping the results of belief24:51 – Speak God's promises25:19 – “The best is yet to come”25:35 – Walk in love recap26:15 – Point 2: Walk in the light26:35 – Leaving darkness behind27:06 – Know what is acceptable to God27:42 – Why you need the Bible28:15 – Light reveals what darkness hides29:17 – Stop blaming darkness — turn on the light29:53 – Jesus is the light30:15 – Jesus wants followers, not fans30:38 – Disconnect from darkness31:26 – “No thank you” illustration from Elf32:47 – What fellowship with darkness looks like33:37 – Expose what's hidden34:18 – Painful but necessary healing34:45 – Story of the plantar wart36:22 – It can't heal until you reveal36:50 – Break fellowship with darkness37:22 – Time to walk in love and light37:41 – Salvation invitation38:29 – Call to repentance39:12 – Prayer of salvation40:12 – Prayer over the church40:45 – Pastor Di wraps up service41:27 – How to go deeper this week41:47 – Christmas season starts next week41:53 – Closing remarks42:00 – End

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Kingdom of Priests | Week 11Ever wondered why the Ten Commandments are such a big deal, or what it really means to be called a Kingdom of Priests? In this series, we dive into Exodus 20 and talk honestly about how God's words guide everyday life—helping us live with purpose and love, not just rules. This series explores how God invites everyone into something bigger: bringing hope, justice, and grace into the world around us.

Jesus can satisfy the longing in our hearts. This message is a practical and powerful guide for anyone wanting to break free from the pursuit of more and embrace the life Jesus offers!

This week, Pastor Brandon jumps back into our Unlocked series with a powerful teaching on the commandment: “Do not covet.” In a world that constantly tells us to want more, compare more, and chase what everyone else has, this message brings us back to the heart of God's design. Coveting doesn't just steal our joy — it locks us out of contentment, peace, and the life God actually wants for us to experience.

Ignorance?; Greek term "Unmoved mover" for God?; Patterns of righteousness; (and Unrighteousness); Kingdom - of God; Trees of life and of knowledge; Seek, persevere and stive for the kingdom; Abraham's journey; Ur?; Presenting evidence; Social safety net; "Leaven"; Q from Mark: Parrhesia call-out; A: Sects with different doctrines; Jesus exposing them; Q: Parrhesia - do we follow biblical Jesus; A: Follow the Logos, anointed by Holy Spirit; Spiritual revelation of truth; Commonality in our walk; "Sechem" = consent; Words with multiple meanings; Jacob's ladder dream; Freedom to choose; Kingdom composed of individuals; Letting go of vanity; Bible as a tool; Your choice; Q Mark: Interpreting what Parrhesia thinks; Ruling over other people - shin-resh-resh; Understanding Jacob; "Abimelech"; "Ideology"; Right reason made flesh; Repentance; Wanting a commander-in-chief; Q - from Parrhesia: Is the bible the word of God?; Logos?; Just books; Translators?; Q: Where do we get the message of God? Revelation? How to know who has correct revelation?; Only way to know is by divine revelation; Spiritual confirmation; Bible is witness, word of God is written on men's hearts and minds; Q: from Slutty Rollex Bugatti: "Revelation"?; Animal sacrifice?; A: The original Israel were not killing animal on piles of stones; Explaining "Altars"; Mark: What Jesus was teaching re: Abraham and Moses; Jeremiah? Same problem with altars; Parrhesia: revealed true nature to him. Sharing with the group.; Q From Kristie: Bible divinely inspired - famine of the end times? = Truth; Opportunities to preach the gospel; Engage with real people asking real questions; Constantine and the Catholic church; Divine revelation belongs to everyone who will receive it; Language is subject to interpretation; Q from Slutty: Why did Jesus see Moses as a hero?; A: Because Moses was doing something different than what the pharisees thought he was doing; Idolatry = covetousness; Exposing your situation today; Coveting benefits taken from your neighbor; War with Israel; "Corban"; New testament "Religion" (James); "World" - which one?; Individualism?; "Socialism"; vs "Family"; Ties that bound ancient Israel?; Definitions of "Socialism", even before Marx; Jesus WAS king; Socialist collectives; Exercising authority?; Antithetical to the bible; Biting your neighbor; Truth-lovers; Moral social welfare; Freewill offerings; Q from Raffi: Seeking God's kingdom; Something wrong with present situation?; Right to choose - exercise responsibility; God wants you to be free; Being sureties for debt; Set your neighbor free.

Listen in as Pastor Will leads us towards the end of 1st Timothy. He break down the sermon into five different parts covering topics of coveting and satisfaction.

Matthew 19:16-30

Mark 7:1-23 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss what is truly defiling to people. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=23158The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

The LORD sees those whose covetous thoughts hatch into plots of theft, and He devises their destruction, from which they will not be able to escape. Many of Micah's hearers refuse to believe that the LORD who is among them could do such a thing to Israel, but Micah's proclamation of woe against Israel is true. The false preachers, as beloved as they may be, only hide the true disaster that will come. Yet the LORD promises mercy, for He will gather His remnant and reign over them as their true King. This text calls us to examine our hearts for greed, so that we would repent, trust in the LORD, and seek to be generous with our neighbor.  Rev. Levi Willms, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids, MN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 2:1-13.  To learn more about Trinity Lutheran, visit trinitysr.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  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

“You must not covet your neighbor’s house. You must not covet your neighbor’s wife, male or female servant, ox or donkey, or anything else that belongs to your neighbor.” (Exodus 20:17 NLT) The tenth and final commandment stands apart. While the other commandments, to a large extent, deal with what we do outwardly, this one deals with what we do inwardly. While the other commandments deal primarily with actions, this one deals with a state of mind and heart. A Roman Catholic priest who heard the confessions of thousands of people said he listened to folks admit to sins of almost every kind, including adultery and even murder. But he could not recall even one person who confessed to the sin of coveting. Maybe that’s because no one knew what it was. Coveting is looking at something, admiring it, and essentially taking it. For instance, let’s say your friend has a car. You say, “I like that car.” That’s not coveting. You say, “I want a car like it.” Still not coveting. You say, “I’m going to buy a car just like it.” Still not coveting. You say, “I want your car.” That is a problem. You say, “I’m taking your car.” That’s coveting—and grand theft auto, in this case. It is taking something that belongs to another. Something that was never meant to be yours. You’ll notice that the commandment says, “You must not covet your neighbor’s wife.” It’s not wrong to want a wife or a husband, but it is wrong to want someone else’s wife or husband. Second Samuel 11 tells the story of King David and Bathsheba. David saw Bathsheba bathing, asked about her, and discovered that she was the wife of Uriah the Hittite, one of David’s loyal soldiers. David demanded that Bathsheba be brought to him. He coveted her—and thus began his downfall. He committed adultery with her. He arranged for her husband to be killed in battle. He tried to cover it up by lying. David set in motion a series of broken commandments when he coveted. He, like everyone else, discovered that keeping the Ten Commandments is practically impossible. And that’s the point of them. How many of the Ten Commandments have you broken? Have you misused God’s name? Have you failed to honor your father and mother? Have you stolen anything? Have you lied? Have you committed adultery? Have you coveted? If so, you experienced the need to repent and ask God for forgiveness. The Ten Commandments aren’t intended to frustrate us or make us miserable. They’re intended to show us our need for repentance and forgiveness. The Ten Commandments weren’t given to try to make us holy. They were given to show us that we can’t be holy through our own ability. We are all guilty before God. The good news is that when Christ died on the cross, He atoned for every broken commandment. He took our penalty and our punishment on Himself. He died in our place so that we can be forgiven. Reflection question: How would you explain the Ten Commandments to someone who doesn’t know much about them? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we think about coveting we think about stuff. But what does it look like to covet time? To miss where you have been placed by God dreaming about a time in the past that you wish you could be in again. Today, we look at what it means to covet time and why it is a sin.

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. This week is the second part of a two-week miniseries within the narrative that demonstrates several ways in which people attempt to mask their sin. Despite our best efforts, nothing will hide our sin from God. We are only fooling ourselves. Scripture text is Judges 18:7-31.

In today's episode, Elizabeth answers a parent's question: “My son asks nonstop for new toys—how do I gently fight against consumerism as a parent?” Together we'll explore how to get to the root issue of coveting, set healthy boundaries around wants, and intentionally cultivate gratitude in our children. Learn practical strategies and biblical truths that will help your family grow in contentment and joy in Christ rather than in things.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Judges. Following the death of Samson, there are no more judges being sent by God. The only thing that remains is a catalogue of the continued downward spiral and spiritual decline of the people of Israel. Scripture text is Judges 17:1-18:6.

In the 10th commandment, we explore four stories from the Bible where desires turned into coveting. This can become disastrous for our spiritual lives and even damaging to those around us.

In our Season 3 finale, we tackle the 10th Commandment—coveting—why Scripture treats it as a heart-level idol factory and the “mother sin” that births so many others. We trace coveting from desire to destruction (think: Gollum), show how it undermines love for God and neighbor, and conclude with practical, Gospel-rooted disciplines for cultivating contentment.  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) Email: chorusinthechaos@email.com

The Scripture readings are 2 Samuel 22:26-34; 1 Corinthians 10:6-13; and Luke 16:1-13.Christ is returning to bring you to the new creation. The end of the ages and the resurrection of the body is the ultimate escape from temptation. So, press on in your fight against temptation and sin.

We all want what someone else has. Coveting lurks deep in our hearts, cloaked behind reasonable sentiments like prudence, planning, and fairness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer raises crucial questions about covetousness. How can we detect it when we're self-deceived? This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001. 

Thursday August 7, 2025 Intro: We are warned time and again about greed and told by God to be exceedingly gracious. for full notes: https://www.cgtruth.org/index.php?proc=msg&sf=vw&tid=3184

We all want what someone else has. Coveting lurks deep in our hearts, cloaked behind reasonable sentiments like prudence, planning, and fairness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer raises four crucial questions about the nature of covetousness. Only God alone can break this pattern and give us a heart of repentance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

We all want what someone else has. Coveting lurks deep in our hearts, cloaked behind reasonable sentiments like prudence, planning, and fairness. In this message, Pastor Lutzer raises four crucial questions about the nature of covetousness. Only God alone can break this pattern and give us a heart of repentance. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-218-9337. 

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Is it possible that our culture of excess is quietly fueling a spirit of coveting in our hearts and homes? In this closing episode of the 10 Commandments series, Rob and Amy Rienow take a practical look at the 10th commandment—"You shall not covet"—and explore how it plays out in everyday life. From comparison struggles in marriage to HGTV-fueled discontentment, the Rienows offer honest stories and biblical wisdom to help families fight against the temptation to desire what others have. You'll learn how cultivating daily gratitude and focusing on God's standards can free your family from the trap of comparison and discontent. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why comparison fuels coveting—and how to break the cycle - How modern culture makes coveting seem normal or harmless - The importance of measuring your life against God's Word—not others - How gratitude is a powerful weapon against envy - Why even small moments of discontent can damage faith and relationships Featured Resources: Visionary Parenting — We're giving away 5 free copies of Rob & Amy's book! Be one of the first to email podcast@visionaryfam.com with your mailing address to receive a copy. Visionary Family Community — Join families from around the world pursuing Christ together. Learn more and join today: https://visionaryfam.com/community Upcoming Events — Find a live Visionary Family conference near you: https://visionaryfam.com/events Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Email your thoughts or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this series blessed your family, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—and share this episode with a friend or church leader! Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we reflect on the journey through all 10 Commandments—what they reveal about God's heart for our families, and how they point us to Christ. Don't miss this powerful conclusion.

Pride is the pathway for destruction. When someone's life is in shambles, pride often went before that.In his series Faces of Pride, Dr. Gabriel Allen Powell unpacks the complexities of pride and its many faces by challenging listeners to examine their hearts, confront uncomfortable truths, and pursue authentic humility over mere outward appearances. The message takes a close look at intellectual pride—how the need to always be right and difficulty submitting to authority can damage relationships and spiritual growth. Support the showText encounteratl to 94000 to stay up-to-date on all things Encounter.Worship with EncounterSundays at 9 AM ET | Wednesdays at 7:30 PM ETSupport EncounterText egive to 77977 Connect with EncounterFacebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | WebsiteConnect with Dr. GabeInstagram | YouTube | Website

Don't steal or covet. So says God. Why not? This sermons explores that answer and relates it directly to the modern lust for bigger, better more. Roy Oswald says: "The truly happy person is the one who wants, more than anything else, what he already has."

Preached in 2019. For more resources for knowing and loving God's word, visit ⁠bcnewton.co⁠Resources⁠The Ten Commandments⁠ // Thomas Watson⁠Keeping the Ten Commandments ⁠// J. I. Packer⁠The Ten Commandments⁠ // Kevin DeYoung⁠Words From the Fire⁠ // R. Albert Mohler⁠The Institutes of the Christian Religion ⁠// John Calvin⁠The Ten Commandments⁠ // Peter Leithart

“Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour’s.” (Exod... More...

Are you unknowingly craving what's not yours? Discover how coveting leads to social rot and how Christ offers true contentment.

It creeps in quietly—sometimes while sitting in your favorite chair, sometimes when scrolling past someone else's life. Coveting may not seem as dangerous as other sins, but it can poison your heart, relationships, and even your view of God. In this message, we'll unpack how this subtle yet toxic mindset of comparison, entitlement, and envy can steal your joy and contentment—and discover how Christ offers us a better way to live with freedom and gratitude.

A submissive wife learns to be content with what she and her husband have built together. Resist the urge to constantly desire more, especially over things that change with every season. Coveting this year's trend in soft furnishings or longing for what others have only steals your peace. True joy comes not from constant upgrades, but from gratitude for the home, life, and love you've already been blessed with. Don't waste time wishing for what you don't have; cherish what you do. A peaceful home begins with a content heart. 

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageBishop Robert Barron's compact 138-page book "An Introduction to Prayer" delivers profound spiritual wisdom that far exceeds its modest length. Exploring the concept of contrition—literally "crushing" from Latin—we're guided through an unflinching examination of conscience using the Ten Commandments as our framework.The journey begins with confronting our fundamental spiritual orientation: Who or what do we truly worship? Everyone has an ultimate concern, but when that concern is anything other than God—whether sex, money, power, status, or our ego—we experience spiritual fragmentation. The examination becomes increasingly challenging as we move through commandments addressing speech about God, concrete worship practices, family relationships, and how we handle violence in our lives.As we progress deeper, the questions become more uncomfortable. How does sexuality serve as gift rather than self-indulgence in our lives? Do we steal, even in small ways? What is the quality of our speech—how often do we tear others down? Do we covet what others have, feeding the competitive conflicts that Rene Girard identified as the source of so much human suffering? Just as Jesus cleared the temple in Jerusalem, we're invited to identify what needs clearing from the temple of our souls.Holy Week provides the perfect opportunity for this spiritual inventory and house cleaning. For Catholics, the increased availability of the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this sacred time offers a concrete way to express contrition and experience God's mercy. Whether through formal confession or personal prayer, this spiritual exercise prepares us to fully celebrate the resurrection with renewed hearts. Remember, Christ waits for us, rich in mercy, ready to transform our brokenness into Easter joy.Key Points from the Episode:• The prayer of contrition involves honestly confronting our sins and their impact• The first commandments challenge us to examine what we truly worship• Honoring family relationships serves as a foundation for all other relationships• Questions about violence extend beyond physical harm to our speech and impact on others• Sexual ethics should center on gift and authentic love, not self-indulgence• Our speech patterns often reveal our tendency to tear others down• Coveting leads to competitive conflicts that damage human relationships• Jesus clearing the temple serves as a metaphor for spiritual house cleaning• Regular examination of conscience reorients our souls toward GodThis Holy Week, take time for honest self-examination and, for Catholics, visit the sacrament of reconciliation. Our Lord is waiting for you and is rich in mercy.Other resources: Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly, thank you so much!

What happens when envy and jealousy take control of our lives? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation as we unravel the complex emotions that can rob us of joy and spiritual well-being. Through insightful dialogue, we explore how envy not only taints our happiness but also disrupts our ability to engage in meaningful prayer and study. We share profound wisdom from early sages, emphasizing the importance of praying for a life free of jealousy and the ethical responsibility to avoid sparking envy in others by flaunting our successes.Prepare to be captivated by a powerful parable about a king, a desirer, and an envier that starkly illustrates the destructive nature of jealousy. This tale serves as a poignant reminder of how harmful these emotions can be, urging us to overcome them for personal growth and harmony. As we journey through these themes, listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the challenging emotions of envy and jealousy, and ultimately strive for a life filled with contentment and spiritual fulfillment. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a heart free from envy and build a life of true happiness and peace._____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on February 3, 2025.Released as Podcast on March 26, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Contentment, #Envy, #Jealousy, #Materialism, #Coveting, #Wealth, #Success ★ Support this podcast ★

What happens when envy and jealousy take control of our lives? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation as we unravel the complex emotions that can rob us of joy and spiritual well-being. Through insightful dialogue, we explore how envy not only taints our happiness but also disrupts our ability to engage in meaningful prayer and study. We share profound wisdom from early sages, emphasizing the importance of praying for a life free of jealousy and the ethical responsibility to avoid sparking envy in others by flaunting our successes.Prepare to be captivated by a powerful parable about a king, a desirer, and an envier that starkly illustrates the destructive nature of jealousy. This tale serves as a poignant reminder of how harmful these emotions can be, urging us to overcome them for personal growth and harmony. As we journey through these themes, listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the challenging emotions of envy and jealousy, and ultimately strive for a life filled with contentment and spiritual fulfillment. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a heart free from envy and build a life of true happiness and peace._____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on February 3, 2025.Released as Podcast on March 26, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Contentment, #Envy, #Jealousy, #Materialism, #Coveting, #Wealth, #Success ★ Support this podcast ★

Discover how to break free from the chains of envy and materialism with ancient wisdom from King Solomon and the Orchos Tzadikkim. We promise you'll gain insights into the deceptive allure of coveting the wealth and success of those who stray from righteousness, while often overlooking the quiet, enduring triumphs of the truly virtuous. Through rich narratives, including a Jerusalem baker who defies competitive instincts to support his rival, we'll guide you to understand why short-term thinking is a perilous trap. Learn why the righteous view life's challenges as temporary hurdles on their path to eternal spiritual reward.We'll also uncover the secret sauce behind righteous jealousy and how focusing on spiritual wealth over worldly gains can lead you to a life of contentment. By trusting in Hashem's divine providence, you'll see how embracing life's uncertainties can open doors to unexpected growth and fulfillment. Steeped in the teachings of King Solomon, we examine the physical and emotional toll jealousy takes and offer a fresh perspective on how to shift envy into motivation. Join us for a transformative discussion that urges you to find peace and satisfaction within, recognizing that true rewards await those with steadfast faith._____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on February 3, 2025.Released as Podcast on March 24, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Contentment, #Envy, #Jealousy, #Materialism, #Coveting, #Wealth, #Success ★ Support this podcast ★

Discover how to break free from the chains of envy and materialism with ancient wisdom from King Solomon and the Orchos Tzadikkim. We promise you'll gain insights into the deceptive allure of coveting the wealth and success of those who stray from righteousness, while often overlooking the quiet, enduring triumphs of the truly virtuous. Through rich narratives, including a Jerusalem baker who defies competitive instincts to support his rival, we'll guide you to understand why short-term thinking is a perilous trap. Learn why the righteous view life's challenges as temporary hurdles on their path to eternal spiritual reward.We'll also uncover the secret sauce behind righteous jealousy and how focusing on spiritual wealth over worldly gains can lead you to a life of contentment. By trusting in Hashem's divine providence, you'll see how embracing life's uncertainties can open doors to unexpected growth and fulfillment. Steeped in the teachings of King Solomon, we examine the physical and emotional toll jealousy takes and offer a fresh perspective on how to shift envy into motivation. Join us for a transformative discussion that urges you to find peace and satisfaction within, recognizing that true rewards await those with steadfast faith._____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on February 3, 2025.Released as Podcast on March 24, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Contentment, #Envy, #Jealousy, #Materialism, #Coveting, #Wealth, #Success ★ Support this podcast ★

What happens when you see someone else enjoying what you want? Do you resent their promotion? Are you jealous of their vacation? Do you covet their new car or clothes? In this message, Dr. Brian Koning shares how envy sneaks into our lives. He shares how he has struggled with envy and how God offers a path from envy into healing into wholeness.

What happens when you see someone else enjoying what you want? Do you resent their promotion? Are you jealous of their vacation? Do you covet their new car or clothes? In this message, Dr. Brian Koning shares how envy sneaks into our lives. He shares how he has struggled with envy and how God offers a path from envy into healing into wholeness.

Introducing LOVE EXPERT Stephan Speaks: 7 Ways You are Blocking Yourself From Meeting Your Soulmate (Change Your Patterns to Find the ONE) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay ShettyDo you think your “type” limits you? What’s one unrealistic dating expectation you’ve had? Today, Jay welcomes back one of the most insightful voices in modern dating and relationships, Stephan Speaks. If you’ve been searching for clarity in love, struggling with self-worth in dating, or wondering why you keep attracting the wrong partners, this conversation is a must-listen. Jay and Stephan kick off by breaking down one of the biggest struggles in today’s dating world—the negative perception of men and women. They explore how sensationalized online narratives and personal biases shape our beliefs about relationships, often distorting reality. Stephan explains how social media and exaggerated dating horror stories create unnecessary fear and distrust, making it harder for people to embrace love. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a cycle of failed relationships, Stephan reveals that understanding yourself first is the key to finding the right partner. He emphasizes three critical factors: first, accepting the differences between men and women instead of resisting them; second, knowing yourself before entering a relationship, as many people struggle because they aren’t even clear on what they truly need; and third, prioritizing healing, because unresolved pain from past experiences will continue to affect every new connection. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stop Letting Dating Myths Mislead You How to Attract the Right Partner by Knowing Yourself How to Heal Before Your Next Relationship How to Communicate With a Closed-Off Partner How to Break the Cycle of Failed Relationships If you’ve felt frustrated, discouraged, or like love just isn’t in the cards for you, remember this: the right relationship isn’t something you chase, it’s something you attract by becoming the best version of yourself. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free Monk Mode newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:28 The Difference Between Average Men and Women 11:30 Why Men Often Don't Date Ambitious Women 17:28 Understand Who Your Partner Really Is 23:55 Negative Perception of Men When Dating 28:52 Coveting the Desirables 32:27 How to Not Love Bomb Your Partner 40:32 If He Wanted to He Could 43:59 Emotional Maturity in Relationships 48:28 Always Be Open to Connection 53:34 Insecurities and Jealousy 01:01:15 How Do You Initiate Open Communication? 01:09:56 All Is Not Lost in Breakups 01:17:35 The Right Person at the Wrong Time 01:22:43 Every Dating Relationship is a Process Episode Resources: Stephan Speaks | Website Stephan Speaks | TikTok Stephan Speaks | Instagram Stephan Speaks | Youtube Stephan Speaks | LinkedIn Stephan Speaks | BooksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

New Discourses Bullets, Ep. 109 There are many ways we could conceive of Leftism, and one of the best is that it is a covetous relationship with power. It's easy to understand how toxic and bad that is, if not evil. Yet here we are at a crossroads in world history, and we're being led toward precisely that pit. There's a popular line out there now that goes something like this: "the Left wants power, and conservatives don't. That's why conservatives always lose." The implication is that conservatives should also desire (or covet) power. This line adopts the Left's relationship to power and fails to articulate the healthier relationship to power embraced by conservatives: that of faithful service to others, which conservatives often gladly shoulder. In this important episode of New Discourses Bullets, host James Lindsay covers this line and a healthier way to move forward into the responsibility we have to shoulder. Join him for the discussion, then chew on it. New book! The Queering of the American Child: https://queeringbook.com/ Support New Discourses: https://newdiscourses.com/support Follow New Discourses on other platforms: https://newdiscourses.com/subscribe Follow James Lindsay: https://linktr.ee/conceptualjames © 2025 New Discourses. All rights reserved. #NewDiscourses #JamesLindsay #Leftism