Title: Thou shalt not covet / Exodus 20:17
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Title: Thou shalt not covet
Scripture: Exodus 20:17
Because all of the ten commands are related to our actions,
It can be said that criminal activity can be seen with the naked eye. on the other hand
The crime of covetousness is an invisible crime, unlike the crimes pointed out by other commandments
that is sin. Covetousness is an invisible but real crime,
A crime that is motivated by desire or iniquity, involves inward thinking, and is emotional.
All. Covetousness is "in an unjust and unjust way, despite not having the authority of my own.
It is an excessive desire to possess.
1. What kind of sin is covetousness?
First, it is the most common crime that a human being can commit. two
Second, this crime is the root of sin. James says, “When lust has conceived, it gives birth to sin.
And sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death” (James 1:15).
It teaches that “the love of money is the root of all evil” (1 Timothy 6:10).
Third, this crime is idolatry. (Colossians 3:5, Phil 3:19) Fourth, this sin is the Bible
This is the sin we are most wary of. (Luke 12:15)
2. What are the consequences of covetousness?
First, it makes faith growth impossible. Paul said, “The Lord Jesus Christ
Let go of greed and learn to be self-sufficient in order to devote yourself to the Word and doctrine.”
(1 Timothy 6:3). Second, it destroys health. "Hate greed
Those who sleep will live long" (Proverbs 28:16) Third, they fall into various trials (1 Tim. 6:9).
Fourth, it harms our community. Exodus 18:21 says, “Without covetousness
Raise leaders.” In 1 Timothy 3, “The bishop, the leader of the church,
He says that he must be a person who does not love." Fifth, in the kingdom of God.
It is a sin that prevents us from entering. (Ephesians 5:5)
3. How to win the crime of covetousness?
First, we must know that covetousness is a sin. Second, learn the lesson of self-sufficiency
(Phil 4:12-13) Third, we must learn to give. (Proverbs 21:26) Fourth
You must have holy lust. Fifth Like Zacchaeus, humble before the Lord
You have to go boldly.