The reality of darkness in our world is distressing. The fact is that there is much taking place in our world that is not in God’s will and intention for us. When we face the darkness of our world, and of our own hearts, we can see the...

Several places in Scripture Jesus is identified as king. Christ is no ordinary king. As we approach Advent, we are reminded that Christ is our sovereign King who came to save the world through his humble death on the cross. We are called...

To covet is to desire or crave that which is another’s, to have that for one’s self. The tenth Commandment prohibits coveting “anything that belongs to your neighbor.” Instead of desiring or craving what others have, our desire...

In the Garden of Eden the serpent did not tell Adam and Eve the truth which lent to their decision to be disobedient to God. People not being truthful has been a problem ever since. As we follow Christ, who is the Truth, we should commit...

The commandment not to steal was given to command respect of others and their property. This is an important element in maintaining a good and stable society. God provides for our needs when we are faithful to Him. There is no excuse for...

To protect the sanctity of home and marital relationship, the holy covenant of marriage should not be violated by sexual unfaithfulness. God intends for marriage partners to be fully faithful to each other according to His ways, and to...

To help preserve society and because people are made in God’s image, no one is to take another person’s life by murder.  God, the giver of life, clearly commands us not to take the life of another by murder, and not to commit murder...

To honor your parents implies respect, obedience, and submission to their authority.  It is the only commandment accompanied by a stated promise.  Those who honor their parents are promised God’s blessing.  Honoring our parents is...

Drawing on the fact that God Himself created in six days and rested on the seventh, we have been provided with the gift of a day to observe and focus on the worship of God and rest.  This day is not be burdened with all kinds of manmade...