Lenten Post Day 32

Saturday, March 12
Jeremiah 23:9-15, Romans 9:1-18, John 6:60-71
Q. 73. Which is the Eighth Commandment?
A. The Eighth Commandment is, “Thou shalt not steal”’
Q. 74. What is required in the Eighth Commandment?
A. The Eighth Commandment requireth the lawful procuring and furthering the wealth and outward estate of ourselves and others.
Q. 75. What is forbidden in the Eighth Commandment?
A. The Eighth Commandment forbiddeth whatsoever doth, or may, unjustly hinder our own, or our neighbor’s, wealth or outward estate.
Prayer: O Lord, let me hear of your steadfast love in the morning, for in you I put my trust. Teach me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good spirit lead me on a level path. (Psalm 143:8, 10)
Reflection: We need to look to God to keep our hearts pure and away from sin.
Ref: Westminster Shorter Catechism (255k).