What if the command “You shall not murder” means more than you think? From roof railings to road rage, from suicide to sidewalk safety, this commandment isn’t just about avoiding violence—it’s about cherishing life. Explore how the sixth commandment speaks powerfully into modern issues like abortion, euthanasia, and even our own hidden anger. Discover how Jesus expands the call to value every life.

1) The commandment in the Old Testament
2) The commandment and modern ethics
3) How Jesus expands the commandment

Text: Exodus 20:13

Attention parents: this one's for you.
Attention children: this one's also for you.

"Honor your father and mother."

Join us as we explore this well-known, yet often neglected, call that originated in the mind of the Lord.

Honor your parents...
1) The weight of it
2) The reward for it
3) The broader impact of it

Text: Exodus 20:12

We live in a world that never stops—and we’re exhausted. But God built a rhythm of rest into creation, not as a burden, but as a blessing. Long before the Ten Commandments, he invited his people to trust him enough to stop. Join us as we rediscover the beauty of the Sabbath: a day to remember, a day to worship, and a day to truly rest.

1) Sabbath in the Old Testament
2) Sabbath in the New Testament
3) Sabbath in the Christian life

Text: Exodus 20:8-11

One of the themes throughout John's first letter is the theme of assurance. He wants his readers to have confidence in the eternal life that Christ has secured for them. With this certainty of their salvation, Christians are able to demonstrate their love for God by keeping His commandments. How should we view God's commands? What about when we fail to keep them? Join us as we wrap up this marvelous letter and see the majesty of the Son of God!

1) Faith is shown through our obedience
2) Faith receives life
3) Faith is kept by Christ

Text: 1 John 5

The love of God is something that is spoken of in the Bible in numerous places. Even when it is not explicitly mentioned it is seen throughout. The Apostle John tells us that God is love. What exactly does this mean and what impact does it have on the church today? Join us as we dive into the deep love of God!

We love because:
1) God is love
2) God demonstrates his love
3) God first loved us

Text: 1 John 4:7-21

What does it really mean to "take the Lord’s name in vain?" It’s about more than just swearing—it's about not carrying God’s name with honor in every part of life. Discover how the Third Commandment speaks to our identity, our witness, and the way we reflect God to the world. Join us as we explore the good life that comes from honoring the name above all names.

The Lord's name...
1) Why it's a big deal
2) What it means to misuse it
3) How to honor it

Text: Exodus 20:7

Does the Second Commandment forbid Christian art? Or is there something deeper going on there? Join us as we explore a critical component to "the good life": access to the presence of God.

1) The motive
2) The command

Text: Exodus 20:4-6

What if the Ten Commandments are more than just ancient rules—but a window into the heart of God and a roadmap to the good life? As we begin this new sermon series, we’ll see how the commandments reveal who God is, who we’re called to be, and how love is at their very core.

Five Preliminary Points About the Ten Commandments:
1) The Ten Commandments tell us about God
2) The Ten Commandments show us who we are to be
3) The Ten Commandments form the basis of New Testament ethics
4) The Ten Commandments can be distilled down to two commands: love God and love neighbor
5) The Ten Commandments are not the recipe for salvation, but the response to salvation

Commandment #1:
1) What it meant
2) What it means
3) Why it's good

Text: Exodus 20:1-3