Don’t Covet

New Hope Church

Don’t Covet

June 25, 2023 • Brandon Pendleton

To covet means to desire or long for something that doesn’t belong to you. This commandment targets the heart and mind of each of us, where sin originates. Envy is the love of self rather than love of God and His provision for us.

Introduction

Galatians 2:20

The Ten Commandments were given to us by God to show what He wants for the lives of those who follow Him. They provide a picture of faithful devotion to Him and others. If we are honest, none of us obey them faithfully, which is why we need a pathway to God. That is what Jesus provides us. Accepting Him as our Savior and Leader creates a new life fueled by gratitude and His Spirit. There’s more to the Ten Commandments than meets the eye. In this series, we’ll dig into them together to gain a better appreciation for God’s design for our lives.

Don’t Worship Other Gods

April 16, 2023 • Rusty Coram

Jesus referred to this as the greatest commandment. We are told to worship Him with all our heart, soul, and mind. This is the starting place.

Don’t Make Idols

April 23, 2023 • Rusty Coram

The word ‘idols’ can bring to mind figurines or other types of totems. But an idol is anything we give priority to over God. Things like money, power, relationships, possessions, and popularity can become idols.