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The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #3: Genesis 37:3-4, 18-35: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

the ten commandments just did not just miraculously appear at the top of mt. sinai. as families grew, family interactions became more complex and controversy arose. the patriarch jacob’s favoring of one child, joseph, over his others led to a cascade of immoral acts. joseph’s story offers many lessons. coveting, lying, murder, honoring one’s parents,Continue reading “The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #3: Genesis 37:3-4, 18-35: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Disappointment, The New Shame: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

two recent sporting events were marred with controversy. it was not the play on the field, but rather the attire. as a result, two individuals ms. estee ackerman and ms. jaelene daniels were mistreated due to their faith. before doing addressing the story, there is an important concept that must be appreciated. individuals of faith,Continue reading “Disappointment, The New Shame: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #2, Genesis 4:1-8: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

the ten commandments just did not just miraculously appear at the top of mt. sinai. as soon as humanity was expelled from the garden of eden, mankind’s faults became ever so apparent. an interaction of the world’s first brothers perhaps inspired two of the ten commandments. the story of cain and abel is among theContinue reading “The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #2, Genesis 4:1-8: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #1: Genesis 2:1-3: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

the ten commandments just did not just miraculously appear at the top of mt. sinai. the commandments are testament the master of the universe’s creation and his role in the creation. they represent rules formulated by upon the experiences of mankind. they are the rules intended to transcend a small family into a nation principledContinue reading “The Stories That Shaped The Ten Commandments, Part #1: Genesis 2:1-3: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

How To Teach Your Children The Ten Commandments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

for parents, teaching the ten commandments to their children is a two pronged. first, there is the learning of the ten commandments. second, there is the practical application. the first thing in teaching the ten commandments is not to begin with them. the ten commandments, for many, represent biblical history from the creation of theContinue reading “How To Teach Your Children The Ten Commandments: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

An Off Topic Post For You To Enjoy: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

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Sometimes A Commandment Will Get In The Way: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

sunday there was no post. it was not because of a holiday. it was due to the need to fulfill a commandment. our 90 plus year old father with alzheimers was ill with a condition, left untreated, would be life threatening. on saturday, there were signs the treatment prescribed was not effective. this led toContinue reading “Sometimes A Commandment Will Get In The Way: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

There Will Always Be Greener Pastures…: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He causes me to lie down in green pastures psalm 23 first, my apologies on this post. an errant “click” on the “publish” button unleashed a very premature draft. the theme of this post is about coveting. in life, there are things that are out ofContinue reading “There Will Always Be Greener Pastures…: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

When Commandments Collide: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

if i were a rich man tevye the news headlines are abound involving accusation of adultery involving two of the wealthiest individuals on the planet. with the accusations, there have also been denials. who is telling the truth? does it matter? the wall street journal reports that mr. elon musk has an affair with mr.Continue reading “When Commandments Collide: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”