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Sam and Will discuss the meaning of the tenth commandment, 'Do not covet', exploring its implications and connections to envy and contentment.

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/the10commandments to learn how to get thirty percent off with a free Crossway plus account. In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will finish their series on the Ten Commandments by discussing the tenth commandment: “Do not covet.” They read Exodus 20:17 and explain coveting as a deep craving for what belongs to someone else, not just noticing something you like. The conversation looks at how coveting is connected to envy, comparison, and discontentment, and why it can be hard to spot because it happens in the heart. They also talk through Scripture passages that expose coveting and point to contentment in Christ (including James 1, John 6, Luke 18, Romans 7, and Matthew 23). You will hear practical diagnostic questions to help you identify what you feel entitled to and what might cause you to “walk away sad” from Jesus. A key takeaway is that gratitude and contentment are central to fighting covetousness in everyday life. If this helped you, share it with a…

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Hosts: Sam, Will

Topics covered

• Ten Commandments
• coveting
• envy
• contentment
• Christian teachings

Keywords

• coveting
• Ten Commandments
• Exodus 20:17
• envy
• contentment
• Christianity
• gratitude

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Organizations: Crossway

Books & works: Exodus 20:17, James 1, John 6, Luke 18, Romans 7, Matthew 23

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