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Day 317. What is the seventh commandment? Nov 13, 2023

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Today is day 317 and we are studying The Seventh Commandment.

317. What is the seventh commandment?

The seventh commandment is “You shall not commit adultery.” (Exodus 20:14; Deuteronomy 5:18; see also Proverbs 6:32; Hebrews 13:4)

We will conclude today by praying the Decalogue found on page 100 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Day 316. How else can you obey this commandment? Nov 12, 2023

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Today is day 316 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

316. How else can you obey this commandment?

As a witness to the Gospel and a follower of Christ, I can also keep this commandment by forgiving those who wrong me, patiently refraining from ungodly anger and hateful words; defending the unborn, vulnerable, and oppressed; rescuing those who harm themselves; and seeking the well-being of all. (Psalm 37:5–11; Zechariah 7:8–14; Matthew 5:38–48; Ephesians 4:25–5:2; James 1:27)

We will conclude today by praying Proper 14 found on page 618 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 315. How did Christ cause life to flourish? Nov 11, 2023

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Today is day 315 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

315. How did Christ cause life to flourish?

Jesus sought the well-being of all who came to him: he healed the sick, fed the hungry, cast out demons, raised the dead, preached good news, forgave his enemies, and offered his life to redeem ours. (Isaiah 53:4–5; Matthew 4:13–17; Luke 4:17–21; 7:20–22; 23:32– 34; Acts 10:34–42)

We will conclude today by praying Proper 24 found on page 621 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 314. How should Christians understand the value of life? Nov 10, 2023

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Today is day 314 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

314. How should Christians understand the value of life?

There are circumstances in which justice, the protection of the weak and defenseless, and the preservation of life may require acts of violence. It is the particular task of government to uphold these principles in society. However, our Lord calls us to show mercy and to return evil with good. (Numbers 35:9–34; Matthew 5:43–45; Romans 12:17–21; 13:1–4; Articles of Religion 37)

We will conclude today by praying the Lamedh Stanza of Psalm 119 which is verses 89-96 found on page 433 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 313. Is it always wrong to harm or kill another? Nov 09, 2023

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Today is day 313 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

313. Is it always wrong to harm or kill another?

We will conclude today by praying Prayer 27. For the Peace of the Whole World found on page 654 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 312. Is anger always sinful? Nov 08, 2023

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Today is day 312 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

312. Is anger always sinful?

While godly anger is a just response to wickedness and injustice, we are more often led into ungodly anger by fear, pride, and revenge. We should therefore be slow to anger and quick to forgive. (Psalm 103:8–9; Proverbs 15:18; 16:32; 19:11; Micah 7:18; John 2:13–17; Ephesians 4:26–27, 31–32; James 1:19–20)

We will conclude today by praying the Kaph Stanza of Psalm 119 which is verses 81-88 found on page 433 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.

Day 311. How did Jesus extend the law against murder? Nov 07, 2023

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Today is day 311 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

311. How did Jesus extend the law against murder?

Jesus taught that this commandment also forbids the vice of ungodly anger. A murderous heart can lead to hatred, threatening words, violent acts, and murder itself, and is counter to God’s life-affirming love. (Leviticus 19:17–18; Matthew 5:21–22, 43–45; 15:18–20; 1 John 3:15)

We will conclude today by praying Proper 20 found on page 620 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 310. What other actions are considered murder? Nov 06, 2023

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Today is day 310 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

310. What other actions are considered murder?

Genocide, infanticide, abortion, suicide, and euthanasia are all forms of murder. Sins of murderous intent include physical and emotional abuse, abandonment, willful negligence, and wanton recklessness. (Exodus 1:15–22; 21:28–30; 2 Kings 17:16–18; Psalm 139:13–16; Amos 1:13–15; Acts 9:1–2; Didache 2.2)

We will conclude today by praying Prayer 44. In Times of Social Conflict or Distress found on page 659 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Day 309. Why does God prohibit murder? Nov 05, 2023

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Today is day 309 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

309. Why does God prohibit murder?

Because every human being is made in God’s image, all human life is sacred, from conception to natural death. Therefore, I may not take the life of others unjustly. (Genesis 9:6; Deuteronomy 19:4–13; Psalm 94:1–7; Isaiah 46:3–4; Romans 12:19–21)

We will conclude today by praying Prayer 43. For Social Justice found on page 659 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

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Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.

Day 308. What is murder? Nov 04, 2023

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Today is day 308 and we are studying The Sixth Commandment.

308. What is murder?

Murder is the willful and unjust taking of human life. (Genesis 4:1–10; Deuteronomy 19:4–13; Acts 7:54–8:3)

We will conclude today by praying Yodh stanza of Psalm 119 which is verses 73-80 found on page 432 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).

If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.

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