Eyes on God, Not on Your Desire: Understanding Coveting.

December 07, 2024

00:00 49:49

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In this episode of the Salty Saints Podcast, Randy and I dive into the Tenth Commandment, focusing on the concept of coveting. We explore the biblical definition of coveting, as outlined in Exodus 20:17, which warns against desiring our neighbor's possessions, including their house, spouse, and belongings.

We discuss the nuances of what it means to covet—whether it's a personal desire for someone else's specific item or a more general aspiration for something similar. I share insights from the Hebrew and Greek words related to coveting, highlighting how they connect to deeper themes of desire and lust.

Throughout the conversation, we reflect on the implications of coveting, including how it can lead to destructive behaviors and a lack of contentment. We emphasize the importance of appreciating what we have while still striving for improvement in our lives.

We also touch on biblical examples, such as the stories of Achan and Cain, to illustrate how coveting can manifest in harmful ways. Ultimately, we conclude that learning to be content with what we have is key to overcoming the desire for what belongs to others.

Join us as we wrap up this series on the Ten Commandments, and stay tuned for our final episode where we'll tie everything together!

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Hey, I’m Zack! I’m a pastor at New Hope Church on the south side of Indianapolis, IN. I graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a degree in Biblical Studies. I am currently engaged to my fiancé Abby, and depending on how often these bios get updated, I may be married by the time you’re reading this. I love apologetics, theology, and hearing about people coming to Christ. My goal as a Christian is to grow more and more into the likeness of Christ, to spread the Gospel, and to disciple others to do the same. In all reality, I could go into depth about who I am, but the best way to find that out is to tune into the podcast… like right now… :)

After 43 years of teaching the Bible and practical theology and church planting in Hispanic cultures, I have now been a pastor at New Hope Church since 2017. In that role, I hope to help others understand God’s Word in ways that will change their lives. My wife Linda and I have four adult children and eight grandchildren.