Ep 96. Exodus 20:15 - The Eighth Commandment: What Counts as Stealing According to the Bible?

About this episode

Sam and Will discuss the eighth commandment, exploring the broader implications of stealing according to the Bible.

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO Pick up a copy wherever books are sold or visit http://crossway.org/gospelmarriage to learn how to get thirty percent off with a free Crossway plus account. In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will talk about the eighth commandment: “You shall not steal.” They explain that stealing in the Bible is bigger than shoplifting or robbery and can include fraud, withholding what you owe, wage theft, plagiarism, and failing to use what God has given you in a faithful way. The conversation also looks at how stealing is a heart issue, how private property and honest work matter in Scripture, and why generosity is the godly opposite of theft. They discuss biblical examples like Zacchaeus, Judas, Achan, and the thief on the cross, along with passages from Exodus, Matthew, John, Ephesians, and more. If you want a simple, practical look at what this commandment means for everyday life, this episode helps connect Bible teaching to money, work, debts, and caring for others. Take time to ask where you may need repentance, restitution, or a more…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sam, Will

Topics covered

• Eighth Commandment
• Stealing
• Biblical examples
• Heart issue
• Generosity
• Private property
• Honest work

Keywords

• stealing
• Eighth Commandment
• Bible
• generosity
• theft
• private property
• fraud
• wage theft
• plagiarism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Crossway

Books & works: Exodus, Matthew, John, Ephesians

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