The 10th commandment was unique in the ancient world. It's the only law that legislates thoughts, not just actions.
Talking Points:
- Sin starts in the heart. It’s about the evil desires inside you, not just what comes out. Exodus 20:17, James 1:14-15
- Coveting means you’re never happy with what you have. It’s the insatiable attempt to take what isn’t yours. James 4:1-3
- Contentment and generosity are the keys to overcoming coveting. Like every antidote for sin, this requires a heart change. 1 Timothy 6:6, 1 Timothy 6:17-19
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What are some signs in a person’s life that they are coveting? Why is coveting such a big deal?
- What are the sorts of things that you tend to covet most? Why do you covet those things in particular?
- Read Exodus 20:17. How might this command be rewritten for Christians in 21st century America?
- Read James 1:14-15. How is sin a matter of the heart? How do you break free from your sinful desires?
- Read James 4:1-3. Rate yourself on a scale from 1-10 (1 never satisfied, 10 perfectly content). Explain your answer. What drives your discontent? What will you do to move one number closer to 10?
- Read 1 Timothy 6:6 and 6:18. How are contentment and generosity the key to overcoming coveting? How can you be more generous?
- How has your view of the 10 Commandments changed in this series?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
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