Dr. John MuhlfeldOctober 26, 2014Passage: Exodus 20:15
The eighth commandment envisions more than refraining from shoplifting and stealing office supplies. It covers wrongfully taking anything that does not belong to us (including intangible things like people’s time and reputation) as well as positively requiring the lawful advancement of our own and others’ prosperity. Most of all, it leads us to a redeemed mindset where we view ourselves not as owners, but as stewards through the grace of the One who purchased us on the cross.