The 6th Commandment, “Do not murder,” may honestly feel a bit irrelevant to your life. Most of us have no desire to harm others so this can seem like a command meant only for the worst kinds of people.
But in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus exposes how personal it is to each one of us. As soon as he starts talking about anger, contempt, and the hidden conditions of the heart, we’re all on the hook for breaking it.
As we continue our ongoing series, 10 Keys to the Universe, Austin Conner, LCPC, and John Tinnin, MFT, M.Div., explore why human life is so sacred and why this commandment matters far beyond physical violence.
As you listen, you’ll learn about both the obvious and non-obvious ways this command can be broken, and what Jesus means when he links anger and contempt to murder itself.
John and Austin also cover several difficult and emotionally charged topics, including military service, suicide, and abortion. Rather than offering simplistic answers, they thoughtfully engage the real-life complexity, pain, and ethical questions surrounding each one.
Most importantly, this conversation highlights the condition of the human heart—and the grace of Jesus that meets us there. Whether you feel burdened by guilt or tempted to dismiss this commandment altogether, our hope is that this episode moves you toward greater awareness, carefulness, and appreciation for the infinite value of human life.
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Protecting and Choosing Life - featuring My Life Clinic in Columbia, MO.
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