The 10 Commandments E10 — The short commandment, “Do not commit adultery,” assumes that every marriage is vitally important and just as worth protecting as a human life. But why is a marriage covenant so important in the Bible? The biblical authors consider marriage to be a great mystery that points to something cosmic: God’s faithful commitment to humanity. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the meaning of marriage in the Bible, and how its deeper values are relevant to both married and unmarried people.

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CHAPTERS

1. Defining Adultery and Reflecting on its Penalty (0:00-15:00)
2. Israel’s Unique Prohibitions Against Adultery (15:00-25:08)
3. Genesis 1-2’s Meditations on Man and Woman as One  (25:08-42:42)
4. Marriage as a Reflection of God’s Covenant with His People (42:42-53:54)
5. Recap and Sacrificial Love as the Highest Value (53:54-1:07:04)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters by Carmen Joy Imes
• “Grace – therefore, Holy” - sermon by Timothy Keller
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Purple Clouds” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla
• “Faithful” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla
• “Be Like Water” by Lofi Sunday feat. Zairis TéJion
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E9 — We’re now entering the second half of the 10 Commandments, where God guides Israel in how to relate to one another. The 6th Commandment is often translated “Do not murder.” However, the Hebrew word translated as "murder" can also be translated as "kill," which refers to both the premeditated and the unintentional taking of human life. So is this command saying not to kill at all? In this episode, Jon and Tim unpack the sixth command, highlighting the Bible’s ideal of valuing and protecting all life, even as things get increasingly complicated outside of Eden.

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CHAPTERS

1. The 6th Commandment and the Broad Meaning of Ratsakh (0:00-25:52)
2. The Cosmic Value of Life (25:52-36:29)
3. Accountability for Taking Life (36:29-1:00:32)

THE 10 COMMANDMENTS BIBLEPROJECT TRANSLATION

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• The Ten Commandments: Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church by Patrick D. Miller 
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Pure Joy ft. John Lee” by Lofi Sunday
• “Gentle Lamb” by Lofi Sunday, Yoni Charis
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. 

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The 10 Commandments E8 — The first four commandments focus on relating to God, and the last five focus on relating to other humans. Right in the middle, we find the 5th Commandment, which acts like a hinge between these two sections: “Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be prolonged in the land which Yahweh your Elohim gives you.” It’s the only commandment that comes with a promise and invokes both humans and God. So what is this special connection between parents and God? In this episode, Jon and Tim look at this unique command, exploring what it meant for ancient Israel and how followers of Jesus can practice it today.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. Recap and Setup for the Fifth Command (0:00-8:33)
2. The Unique Role of Parents Compared to Yahweh (8:33-21:26)
3. The Meaning of “Honor” (21:26-39:45)
4. An Expansive View of Honoring the Elderly (39:45-56:58)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• The Gospel of Matthew (New International Commentary on the New Testament) by R. T. France
• The Firstborn: The Last Will Be First podcast series
• The Last Will Be First video
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Forever Yours ft. Cassidy Godwin” by Lofi Sunday
• “Eden Dreaming ft. sxxnt” by Lofi Sunday
• “Sunrise ft. Jk Beatbook” by Lofi Sunday
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E7 — In the 4th Commandment, Yahweh tells Israel to remember the Sabbath and do no work, just as Yahweh does after creating the skies and the land. What’s going on here? What did this commandment mean to ancient Israel, and what should it mean to Jesus’ followers? In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the fourth command’s connections to the seven-day creation narrative and Israel’s liberation from Egyptian slavery, as well as its role in ancient Israel and the modern world.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. Israel’s Unique Covenant Partnership (0:00-9:12)
2. The Cosmic, Creation Version of the Command in Exodus 20 (9:12-28:25)
3. The Civil, Social Version of the Command in Deuteronomy 5 (28:25-39:55)
4. Sabbath in the Early Jesus Movement and Today (39:55-52:43)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• “Seventh-Day Rest - Sabbath” podcast series
• “Sabbath” video
• Created Equal: How the Bible Broke with Ancient Political Thought by Joshua A. Berman
• Sabbath and Jubilee by Richard H. Lowery
• From Sabbath to Lord's Day: A Biblical, Historical and Theological Investigation, edited by D.A. Carson.
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “I See You” by Lofi Sunday feat. Marc Vanparla
• “Cruise” by Lofi Sunday feat. Just Derrick
• “Break Bread” by Lofi Sunday feat. Oly.Lo
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E6 — Shakespeare wrote in Romeo and Juliet, “What’s in a name?” In the Bible, it turns out a lot, actually. The creator God Yahweh is the source of all life and good, so his name is the greatest name. But surprisingly, he attaches his name to Israel, a lowly nation of former slaves, and enters into a covenant with them. The covenant starts with a list of 10 commandments, or 10 words, and following these commandments will lead Israel to life and flourishing. In this episode, Tim and Jon discuss the 3rd Commandment, which is all about how Israel will carry Yahweh’s name, or represent him to one another and the surrounding nations.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. What’s in a Name? (0:00-16:40)
2. Carrying, Bearing, and Representing (16:40-35:10)
3. What Does “in Vain” Mean? (35:10-48:42)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• Bearing YHWH’s Name at Sinai: A Reexamination of the Name Command of the Decalogue by Carmen Joy Imes
• Listen to our podcast conversation with Dr. Carmen Imes on this same topic: “Taking God’s Name in Vain?”
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Planted By The River” by Lofi Sunday feat. Jk Beatbook
• “New Mercies” by Lofi Sunday feat. PAINT WITH SOUND
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E5 — In the ancient world, gods (or elohim in Hebrew) were associated with transcendent forces of nature, and humans created statues (mostly of animals) to represent these forces, known as idols. But in Exodus 20:4-6, Yahweh forbids Israel from making idols of himself or any other spiritual being. Why? In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the 2nd Commandment to discover how idols diminish the identity of both God and humans.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. Recap and Setup for the 2nd Commandment (0:00-14:43)
2. Biblical Words for Idols (14:43-29:25)
3. Ancient Idols Represented as Animals (29:25-39:57)
4. Why Are Idols Prohibited? (39:57-51:57)
5. Be the Image (51:57-1:05:26)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• For more on what it means for humans to be God’s image, check out our “Image of God” video and podcast series.
• For conversations addressing generational consequences for sin from Exodus 20:5-6, check out our “Character of God” podcast series.
• The JPS Torah Commentary: Exodus by Nahum M. Sarna 
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Picnic” by Lofi Sunday feat. dannyfreeman 
• “Answered Prayers” by Lofi Sunday feat. PAINT WITH SOUND
• “Silver N Gold” by Lofi Sunday feat. Yoni Charis
• “Know My Name” by Lofi Sunday feat. Opto Music
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E4 — Before Yahweh gives the 10 Commandments to Israel, he reminds them that he is the God who liberated them from slavery and is entering into a covenant with them. So how does this connect with the first commandment, “You will have no other gods before me”? And what does that even mean? In this episode, Jon and Tim walk through the 1st Commandment, exploring how a command about ultimate allegiance can keep the newly liberated people of Israel (and us) free.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. Recap and the Scene When God Gives the 10 Commandments (0:00-12:38)
2. “Before My Face” (12:38-24:09)
3. The Meaning of “No Other Elohim” (24:09-33:11)
4. Allegiance That Leads to Life (33:11-41:21)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• Find the related animated video for this episode here.
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Coffee Crash” by Lofi Sunday feat. Me & The Boys
• “Stillness” by Lofi Sunday feat. dannyfreeman
• “Faith (Mustard Seed)” by Lofi Sunday feat. Zairis Téjion
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey and Aaron Olsen edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E3 — What’s the purpose of God’s commands early in the biblical story? Following the Eden story in Genesis, a pattern develops of God issuing commands that preserve life and release blessing. But the challenge is that often the commands first look like death before they’re revealed to be a pathway to life. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore commands given to Noah and Abraham, discovering the good that comes when humans trust and obey God’s words.

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CHAPTERS

1. God Commands Noah to Build the Ark (0:00-17:49)
2. Abraham’s Inconsistent but Ultimate Obedience (17:49-42:06)
3. Setup in Exodus for the 10 Commandments (42:06-56:26)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• “What’s the Deal With Babylon?” from The Day of the Lord series
• “The Biggest, Baddest City in the Bible” from The City series
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Redeemer” by Lofi Sunday feat. Cassidy Godwin
• “milk & honey.” by Lofi Sunday feat. PAINT WITH SOUND
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E2 — Why does God give commands and why is it so hard for humans to follow them? Before digging into the 10 Commandments line by line, we’ll first trace the theme of God’s commands in the Genesis scroll. The first two times God issues commands are on pages one and two of the Bible. In this episode, Jon and Tim discuss the blessing to “be fruitful and multiply,” as well as the “do not eat from the tree” command in Genesis 1 and 2, highlighting humanity’s folly and foundational need for God’s guidance.

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1. God’s Very First Command Is a Blessing (0:00–9:51)
2. The Three-Part Command About the Trees (9:51–29:32)
3. The Human Folly in Eden (29:32–47:17)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• BibleProject resources about the snake in the garden: 
  • The Satan and Demons Video
  • Spiritual Warfare Podcast Episode
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Hope in the Morning,” by Lofi Sunday feat. CRFT & GXNXSIS
• “Eucalyptus,” by Lofi Sunday feat. Eluzai
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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The 10 Commandments E1 — What comes to mind when you hear “Thou shalt not”? Probably the 10 Commandments! Even if you know very little about the Bible, you’re probably familiar with “Thou shalt not kill,” “Thou shalt not steal,” “Honor your father and mother,” and many others. They’re all over movies, literature, and even carved into public buildings. In the Exodus scroll, these are the core commands God gives to Israel on tablets of stone at the foot of Mount Sinai. And there’s a lot that sets them apart from the hundreds of other laws God gives to Israel. In this episode, Jon and Tim kick off a new series on the 10 Commandments, exploring what makes them special and how they are quoted throughout the rest of the Bible.

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CHAPTERS

1. The 10 Words (0:00-17:28)
2. What Sets These Words Apart? (17:28-31:58)
3. The Foundation for Righteousness and Pathway to Eternal Life (31:58-45:00)

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• The Ten Commandments: Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church by Patrick D. Miller 
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Aquarelle,” by Magiksolo
• “Air,” by Magiksolo
• “Atlantic Way,” by Stefano Mastronardi
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.

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Psalms 1 & 2 E4 — The New Testament authors make both subtle and direct claims to Jesus’ divinity, almost exclusively by referencing Israel’s Scriptures. In Psalm 2, one of the most quoted passages from the Hebrew Bible, Yahweh responds to the conspiring, violent nations by installing a king (whom he calls his Son) in Israel. Jesus and the apostles frequently use Psalm 2 language to describe Jesus’ divine identity and unique relationship to God the Father. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore these references in Jesus’ baptism, transfiguration, and resurrection, while also considering how the Son of God shares his royal identity with his followers.

FULL SHOW NOTES

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CHAPTERS

1. Recap and Setup for the New Testament (0:00-9:23)
2. Psalm 2 in Jesus’ Baptism (9:23-23:46)
3. Psalm 2 in Jesus’ Transfiguration (23:46-40:24)
4. Psalm 2 in Acts and Romans (40:24-59:50)
5. Psalm 2 in Revelation (59:50-1:15:05)

PSALMS 1 & 2 BIBLEPROJECT TRANSLATION

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REFERENCED RESOURCES

• The Birth of the Trinity: Jesus, God, and Spirit in New Testament and Early Christian Interpretations of the Old Testament by Matthew W. Bates
• Check out Tim’s extensive collection of recommended books here.

SHOW MUSIC

• “Spark” by Tesk
• “Jasmine” by King I Divine
• “Lounge” by Leavv & Nuncc
• “Filao” by Kissamilé
• BibleProject theme song by TENTS 

SHOW CREDITS

Production of today’s episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today’s episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty writes the show notes. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. 

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