The 10 Commandments | Do Not Steal

Continuing our series on the Ten Commandments, we now turn to the Eighth Commandment: “You shall not steal.” We saw that committing theft reveals a lack of willingness to work and a failure to trust in God’s providence, all the while coveting what is not ours. Therefore, to be faithful to this command, we must remember to work diligently, as Scripture calls us to do. We are also reminded to give generously—fighting the urge to take by choosing instead to bless others. Finally, we must trust the Lord and practice contentment, recognizing that everything we have comes from His hand. Thus, we are to be satisfied with what the Lord provides and not covet what is not ours.