The Ten Commandments and what they mean

1 You shall have no other Gods.

What does this mean?

We are to fear, love and trust God above anything else.

2 Do not take the Lord’s name in vain.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not use His name superstitiously, or use it to curse, swear, lie, or deceive, but call on him in prayer, praise and thanksgiving.

3 Remember the Sabbath Day, to keep it holy.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that we do neglect His Word and the preaching of it, but regard it as holy and gladly hear and learn it.

4 Honor youth Mother and Father.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and others in authority, but respect, obey, love, and serve them.

5 You shall not kill.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not hurt our neighbor in any way, but help them in all their physical needs.

6 You shall not commit adultery.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that in matters of sex our words and conduct are pure and honorable, and husband and wife love and respect each other.

7 You shall not steal

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God so that we do not take our neighbor’s property or money, or get them dishonestly, but help them protect what they have.

8 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

What does this mean?

We are to fear and love God,  so that we do not tell lies about our neighbor, or betray, slander, or defame them, but we should  speak well of them, and interpret their actions in the kindest way.

9 You shall not Covet your neighbor's house.

10 You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his maidservant, or his cattle, or anything else that is your neighbor's.