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The 10 Commandments E12 — The common summary of the 9th Commandment is “Do not lie,” a generic prohibition against all kinds of fibs. But the commandment actually reads “Do not bear false witness,” drawing attention to a very specific kind of lying in a communal, legal setting. Many of the other commandments are more general. So why does the 9th Commandment zoom in on truth telling in public, legal settings? In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the 9th Commandment, discovering its underlying value of upholding truth and justice in defense of the most vulnerable in society.

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CHAPTERS

Meanings of “Bearing Witness” and “False” (0:00-23:51)

Case Studies in the 42 Commands (23:51-38:07)

The Value Beneath the Command (38:07-49:02)

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SHOW MUSIC

“Church Pews feat. Oly.Lo & wisdm” by Lofi Sunday

“Yo” by Lofi Sunday, Just Derrick

BibleProject theme song by TENTS

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E11 — The 8th Commandment, “Do not steal,” seems straightforward enough. But why does God forbid theft in ancient Israel? What harm can come to a community where people’s property is always vulnerable? And what lies beneath the surface of our desire to take from our neighbor what doesn’t belong to us? In this episode, Jon and Tim unpack the eighth command, discovering its deeper invitations to contentment, generosity, and stewardship.

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CHAPTERS

Consequences for Stealing in Ancient Israel (0:00-15:22)

The Belief Beneath Stealing (15:22-28:38)

Stewarding Our Neighbor’s Stuff (28:38-45:27)

Concluding Thoughts (45:27-52:49)

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“Chillbop” by Lofi Sunday feat. Me & the Boys

“Old Record” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla

“Warm Hugs” by Lofi Sunday feat. Cassidy Godwin

BibleProject theme song by TENTS

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E10 — The short commandment, “Do not commit adultery,” assumes that every marriage is vitally important and just as worth protecting as a human life. But why is a marriage covenant so important in the Bible? The biblical authors consider marriage to be a great mystery that points to something cosmic: God’s faithful commitment to humanity. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the meaning of marriage in the Bible, and how its deeper values are relevant to both married and unmarried people.

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CHAPTERS

Defining Adultery and Reflecting on its Penalty (0:00-15:00)

Israel’s Unique Prohibitions Against Adultery (15:00-25:08)

Genesis 1-2’s Meditations on Man and Woman as One  (25:08-42:42)

Marriage as a Reflection of God’s Covenant with His People (42:42-53:54)

Recap and Sacrificial Love as the Highest Value (53:54-1:07:04)

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Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes

“Grace – therefore, Holy” - sermon by Timothy Keller

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SHOW MUSIC

“Purple Clouds” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla

“Faithful” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla

“Be Like Water” by Lofi Sunday feat. Zairis TéJion

BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E9 — We’re now entering the second half of the 10 Commandments, where God guides Israel in how to relate to one another. The 6th Commandment is often translated “Do not murder.” However, the Hebrew word translated as "murder" can also be translated as "kill," which refers to both the premeditated and the unintentional taking of human life. So is this command saying not to kill at all? In this episode, Jon and Tim unpack the sixth command, highlighting the Bible’s ideal of valuing and protecting all life, even as things get increasingly complicated outside of Eden.

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CHAPTERS

The 6th Commandment and the Broad Meaning of Ratsakh (0:00-25:52)

The Cosmic Value of Life (25:52-36:29)

Accountability for Taking Life (36:29-1:00:32)

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The Ten Commandments: Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church by Patrick D. Miller 

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SHOW MUSIC

“Pure Joy ft. John Lee” by Lofi Sunday

“Gentle Lamb” by Lofi Sunday, Yoni Charis

BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. 

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The 10 Commandments E8 — The first four commandments focus on relating to God, and the last five focus on relating to other humans. Right in the middle, we find the 5th Commandment, which acts like a hinge between these two sections: “Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be prolonged in the land which Yahweh your Elohim gives you.” It’s the only commandment that comes with a promise and invokes both humans and God. So what is this special connection between parents and God? In this episode, Jon and Tim look at this unique command, exploring what it meant for ancient Israel and how followers of Jesus can practice it today.

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CHAPTERS

Recap and Setup for the Fifth Command (0:00-8:33)

The Unique Role of Parents Compared to Yahweh (8:33-21:26)

The Meaning of “Honor” (21:26-39:45)

An Expansive View of Honoring the Elderly (39:45-56:58)

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The Gospel of Matthew (New International Commentary on the New Testament) by R. T. France

The Firstborn: The Last Will Be First podcast series

The Last Will Be First video

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“Forever Yours ft. Cassidy Godwin” by Lofi Sunday

“Eden Dreaming ft. sxxnt” by Lofi Sunday

“Sunrise ft. Jk Beatbook” by Lofi Sunday

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SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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