Diving Deeper into the 10 Commandments

What Are The Ten Commandments?

1. You shall have no other gods before Me.
2. You shall not make idols.
3. You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain.
4. Keep the Sabbath Day holy.
5. Honor your father and mother.
6. You shall not murder.
7. You shall not commit adultery.
8. You shall not steal.
9. You shall not bear false witness.
10. You shall not covet.

How Did The Ten Commandments Come About?

In a brief summary, Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. Not too long after Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, the group found themselves at the base of Mount Sinai. They decided to rest here. Moses instructed the Israelites to stay at the foot of the mountain, while he went up to speak with God. Atop the mountain, God revealed Himself to Moses and gave him tablets made of stone that were inscribed with the Ten Commandments. Moses was ordered to share these Commandments with the Israelites. 

The Ten Commandments are referenced throughout the Bible, the Old Testament, and New Testament alike. However, The Book of Exodus and The Book of Deuteronomy both provide the entire account of Moses obtaining them. We’ve included the chapters in both Exodus and Deuteronomy at the bottom of the post that you’re welcome to check out.

Why Should You Abide By The Ten Commandments?

God gave us the Ten Commandments as a set of laws to uphold. They are simplified decrees that adhere to moral and spiritual health. When we strive to live the law of the Lord, we are keeping Him at the center of our lives. By following the Ten Commandments, we are living our lives on the path of righteousness. 

Is There Any Importance In The Order?

There is nothing in the Bible stating that the order of the Ten Commandments has any deeper meaning. Quite the opposite actually. Throughout the Bible, the Commandments are referenced in different orders. 

Let's Take a Look at What Each of the Commandments Mean

 

First Commandment- You Shall Have No Other Gods Before Me:

We need to acknowledge and accept that there is only one God, and He is the Creator of all things. Our hearts need to swell with this great knowledge and keep Him first in our lives. There are no other gods; we mustn't disrespect Him by entertaining the possibility. 

Second Commandment- You Shall Not Make Idols:

Akin to the first Commandment, the second Commandment tells us to worship only Him and to steer clear of idols. The word idols has an assortment of definitions that apply to this Commandment. Foremost, idols take on the definition of false gods. There are no other gods, it is only He who we must honor. The second Commandment also means we must not craft any objects, visuals, or pieces in His image, for that handiwork becomes an idol. We need to remember that God is almighty and we will never be able to replicate something so great and divine. Additionally, if you are not careful, anything can be categorized as idols: money, celebrities, careers, a partner, material items, etc. If something/someone is placed above God, it is an idol. 

Third Commandment- You Shall Not Take The Name Of The LORD Your God In Vain:

By using the Lord’s name in Vain, we are practicing defamation. We are slandering His good name, tarnishing His name with profanity and irreverence. 

Psalms 34:3 reads:

Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together.

We are to exalt His great name and keep His name clean and holy. 

Fourth Commandment- Keep The Sabbath Day Holy:

The Sabbath is sanctioned as a day of rest. It is a day we set aside our daily tasks and focus on The Esteemed. 

In Mark 2:27, Jesus says:

Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” 

This scripture tells us that God gave us the Sabbath as a gift, and we need to respect it. This does not mean we must stay and worship if there is an emergency we need to attend to. 

In Matthew 12:10- 12 we learn if there is an emergency, we can take the actions to solve it, even if it is the Sabbath:

and a man with a shriveled hand was there. Looking for a reason to bring charges against Jesus, they asked him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?” He said to them, “If any of you has a sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will you not take hold of it and lift it out? How much more valuable is a person than a sheep! Therefore it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.”

Our Father blessed us with this day of rest. We should take advantage of this gift and use the day to show our gratitude for Him. 

Fifth Commandment- Honor Your Father And Mother:

The fifth Commandment is twofold. The first half being we are required to honor our Father in Heaven. We can find countless scriptures supporting this. The second half is about our responsibility to honor and serve our earthly parents. It is our duty to abide by our parents, obey their teachings, and respect their rules and decisions. 

Sixth Commandment- You Shall Not Murder:

This Commandment seems a little obvious, murder is wrong. Taking someone’s life is a sin. But let’s delve a little deeper. 

Matthew 5: 21-22 reads:

You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.

Likewise, 1 John 3:15 states:

Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life residing in him.

What do these scriptures mean? What is the underlying message? These verses teach us that murder doesn’t only mean to kill or take a life. They teach us that murder in the Bible is parallel to hate. 

This Commandment instructs us to banish hate from our hearts, and to avoid abuse, whether it be physical, mental, or verbal. It expresses the underlying need to love. 

Seventh Commandment- You Shall Not Commit Adultery:

Marriage is a sacred commitment. The acts that happen within a marriage are revered and meant to stay within the marriage. God wants us to uphold our marriage commitment, respect our spouse, and keep our relationships clean. It is vital we do not take our marriage commitment lightly. 

Eighth Commandment- You Shall Not Steal:

In some instances, we might justify stealing as a means to meet our needs. Some may steal just to do it, get a thrill, or fulfill a want. No matter the reason behind the act- stealing is wrong. It shows disrespect toward another. 

Stealing also breaks a multitude of Commandments: we are dishonest in our actions, coveting another, perhaps idolizing whatever was stolen, and committing adultery if the stolen is someone else’s spouse. 

Ninth Commandment- You Shall Not Bear False Witness:

You need to keep honest in all of your words and doings. When you deceive, you are not respecting yourself or others. On top of that, God is immersed in truth. His actions, His promises, His words are imbued with honesty. 

We learn in John 8:44, that the adversary, Satan, is known as the father of lies. The verse reads:

You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.

Lying and deceit are Satan’s most powerful weapon. When we lie, we are working hand-in-hand with Satan, doing the opposite of God. God wants us to follow His path, not the path of evil. 

Tenth Commandment- You Shall Not Covet:

What does it mean to covet? Common synonyms of covet are, desire, want, and envy, just to name a few. Oxford defines covet as: yearn to possess or have (something). So why would covet be included in the Ten Commandments? When we allow ourselves to covet, we are actively showing discontent and ungratefulness in our own lives. This leaves us feeling dissatisfied and begrudging. God doesn’t want us to harbor feelings of ill-will. These feelings are contradictory to those He wants us to bear. Instead, we need to feel appreciative of what we have, and what He has given to us. We must show our thanks to the Lord for all that he has blessed us with. 

What Can We Learn From The Commandments? What Can We Expect From Following Them?

The Ten Commandments essentially define sin. They were given to us by God in order for us to live a righteous life. When we incorporate them into our daily lives, we are choosing to walk the right path that enables us to return to Him. By following them, we are denying Satan access to our hearts and opening the door for God to grant us blessings. 

What If We Break A Commandment?

God knows we are imperfect. That is why He sent His son to be sacrificed for us: to clean away our sins. If we repent, we will be forgiven. He loves us and doesn’t want us to hurt or suffer. He designed a way for us to clean our slates when we slip up. 

To Conclude

Many of the Commandments go hand-in-hand with each other. Their messages are interwoven, united together as God’s will. God showed His love for us when He presented us with the Ten Commandments. He provided us with the laws we need to follow in order to receive everlasting life with Him. He blessed us with a fail-safe in the form of repentance. Heed His warning. Commit yourself to follow His law. If we do our part, He will do his. 

-Torrance Church of Christ

Chapters From Exodus and Deuteronomy

In Exodus chapter 20, we learn the story of Moses receiving the Ten Commandments. It reads:

1 And God spoke all these words:

2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 3 “You shall have no other gods before me. 4 “You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. 5 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, 6 but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love me and keep my commandments. 7 “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name. 8 “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns. 11 For in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but he rested on the seventh day. Therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy. 12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you. 13 “You shall not murder. 14 “You shall not commit adultery. 15 “You shall not steal. 16 “You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. 17 “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.” 18 When the people saw the thunder and lightning and heard the trumpet and saw the mountain in smoke, they trembled with fear. They stayed at a distance 19 and said to Moses, “Speak to us yourself and we will listen. But do not have God speak to us or we will die.” 20 Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. God has come to test you, so that the fear of God will be with you to keep you from sinning.” 21 The people remained at a distance, while Moses approached the thick darkness where God was. 22 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Tell the Israelites this: ‘You have seen for yourselves that I have spoken to you from heaven: 23 Do not make any gods to be alongside me; do not make for yourselves gods of silver or gods of gold. 24 “‘Make an altar of earth for me and sacrifice on it your burnt offerings and fellowship offerings, your sheep and goats and your cattle. Wherever I cause my name to be honored, I will come to you and bless you. 25 If you make an altar of stones for me, do not build it with dressed stones, for you will defile it if you use a tool on it. 26 And do not go up to my altar on steps, or your private parts may be exposed.’

We see this again in Deuteronomy chapter 5:

1 Moses summoned all Israel and said:

Hear, Israel, the decrees and laws I declare in your hearing today. Learn them and be sure to follow them. 2 The Lord our God made a covenant with us at Horeb. 3 It was not with our ancestors that the Lord made this covenant, but with us, with all of us who are alive here today. 4 The Lord spoke to you face to face out of the fire on the mountain. 5 (At that time I stood between the Lord and you to declare to you the word of the Lord, because you were afraid of the fire and did not go up the mountain.) And he said: 6 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 7 “You shall have no other gods before me. 8 “You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. 9 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, 10 but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love me and keep my commandments. 11 “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name. 12 “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the Lord your God has commanded you. 13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, 14 but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your ox, your donkey or any of your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns, so that your male and female servants may rest, as you do. 15 Remember that you were slaves in Egypt and that the Lord your God brought you out of there with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. Therefore the Lord your God has commanded you to observe the Sabbath day. 16 “Honor your father and your mother, as the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the Lord your God is giving you. 17 “You shall not murder. 18 “You shall not commit adultery. 19 “You shall not steal. 20 “You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. 21 “You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. You shall not set your desire on your neighbor’s house or land, his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.” 22 These are the commandments the Lord proclaimed in a loud voice to your whole assembly there on the mountain from out of the fire, the cloud and the deep darkness; and he added nothing more. Then he wrote them on two stone tablets and gave them to me. 23 When you heard the voice out of the darkness, while the mountain was ablaze with fire, all the leaders of your tribes and your elders came to me. 24 And you said, “The Lord our God has shown us his glory and his majesty, and we have heard his voice from the fire. Today we have seen that a person can live even if God speaks with them. 25 But now, why should we die? This great fire will consume us, and we will die if we hear the voice of the Lord our God any longer. 26 For what mortal has ever heard the voice of the living God speaking out of fire, as we have, and survived? 27 Go near and listen to all that the Lord our God says. Then tell us whatever the Lord our God tells you. We will listen and obey.” 28 The Lord heard you when you spoke to me, and the Lord said to me, “I have heard what this people said to you. Everything they said was good. 29 Oh, that their hearts would be inclined to fear me and keep all my commands always, so that it might go well with them and their children forever! 30 “Go, tell them to return to their tents. 31 But you stay here with me so that I may give you all the commands, decrees and laws you are to teach them to follow in the land I am giving them to possess.” 32 So be careful to do what the Lord your God has commanded you; do not turn aside to the right or to the left. 33 Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess.

 

Faith-Based Bucket List Ideas for Christians

What is a Bucket List?

A Bucket List is a list of goals, hopes, and experiences one aims to accomplish before they “kick the bucket”. Bucket lists can help clarify the desires we want in our lives so we can better work toward achieving our goals. They can provide us with better focus and motivation, supplying us with the accountability for reaching our goals. 

Now, What is a Faith-Based Bucket List?

A Faith-Based Bucket List is much the same as a Bucket List. The only difference is your goals and experiences you are working toward include also working toward deepening your relationship with God and are aligned with Christian values. 

How to Create a Bucket List

Creating a Bucket List should be a fun and fulfilling process. It shouldn’t be difficult, but you will need to challenge yourself in order to discover what you’d really like to accomplish. 

Envision- Exercise your imagination and envision adventures, encounters, feelings, and objectives you’d like to have in your lifetime. 

Create a Blueprint- Design a plan that you’ll realistically be able to follow in order to reach your target. Map out the details and embark on your trek! 

Devote Yourself- Make a promise to yourself to follow through with your Bucket List. Committing will allow you to better focus on your dreams, causing them to become a reality. 

Enjoy the Process- Seek for meaning and purpose. Take a deep look inside yourself and your values to determine goals that will be rewarding. Above all, have fun! 

Faith-Based Bucket List Ideas

• Read the Bible in a year(there is a Bible reading plan you can follow here )
• Hop on a plane and travel somewhere you’ve always wanted to go
• Attend a Christian concert
• Invite a friend to church
• Donate to your local food pantry
• Tell someone how important they are to you
• Take a trip to Israel 
• Apologize for a past wrongdoing
• Volunteer somewhere
• Go on a mission trip
• Purchase a gift for a pastor
• Make and deliver a meal to someone in your Church Family
• Chaperone a youth mission trip
• Take an underprivileged child under your wings and give them a great Christmas
• Forgive someone
• Watch a faith-based movie
• Keep a prayer journal
• Spend Christmas in Bethlehem
• Lead someone to Christ
• Join a bible study group
• Attend a prayer group
• Memorize 20 Bible verses
• Send a friend a care package
• Buy a homeless person dinner
• Share your testimony
• Attend a service of a different faith
• Celebrate Passover
• Walk the shores of Galilee
• Learn to truly not judge others

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Before you go…

Remember, identifying your deepest aspirations is a gratifying process. Fulfilling those aspirations can be even more uplifting and beneficial. If you struggle along the way, seek our Father in prayer. He is always there for you, holding you up when you are down; cheering alongside you. 

- Torrance Church of Christ

8 Ways You Can Spend Time With God Daily

Why Should We Spend Time with God Every Day?

 

We know that in order to foster any relationship open communication is essential. Imagine if you neglected effectively communicating with those in your daily life: your spouse, your children, your boss, or a friend. How quickly would that relationship turn cold? Your hearts would harden, strain would be present, and trust would wither away. Now let me remind you, God is with us every day. What happens to our relationship with Him when we don’t communicate with Him daily? 

Within our everyday relationships, there are times of silence. You might be washing the dishes while your spouse is playing on their phone. Maybe you are reading at a coffee shop while your friend is across the table typing on their computer. It is possible that you are sitting at your desk and your coworker is ten feet away, working away on their own duties. These are comfortable silences. You may not be communicating, but you’re present; you're spending time together. Would your relationship dwindle if you didn’t spend this time together? Isn’t it safe to assume your relationship with God would dwindle too?

Any person we are in a healthy relationship with would be worried if we started engaging in wrong behavior. They wouldn’t want us to head down the wrong path. Envision yourself at a park. While your brother runs off to the bathroom, you decide to rest on a bench. Unexpectedly, you find a wallet on the bench nearest to you. You open the wallet to check for an ID so you can return the wallet. You have every intention of returning the wallet until you notice it is full of cash. Suddenly you are entertained by the idea of keeping the money. Who would know? While contemplating whether or not to keep the money, your brother comes up from behind. He notices the wallet and the money. Your brother comments, “Whoa! That’s a lot of money”. Hesitantly, you admit to him that you wanted to keep the cash. Your brother then talks you out of the temptation. He reminds you of your values and explains why that would not be a wise choice. Now, let’s change the story a bit. Instead of going to the park with your brother, you went by yourself. You still find the wallet, and you are still overcome with temptation. Would you have taken the money? Luckily for you, you are never alone. God is always with you and when you have a strong relationship with Him he will help you overcome temptation. 

When we love someone, we make certain they know. This can be done in a variety of ways. Regardless if we make a show of our love for someone with a grand gesture, or something simple, kind and thoughtful, we make sure our love for someone is known and they do not doubt our love. If it is fundamental to show your loved ones they are loved every day, why would you not show God the same recognition?

God is your companion. He should be at the forefront of your life. Now let me ask you this, Why shouldn’t we spend time with God every day?

What You Can Do to Establish Time with Him Every Day

Pray

Pray for Yourself- Pray for yourself when you need guidance, protection from temptation, to keep an open line of communication, to let him know your feelings, when you just need to talk, when you’re alone, when you’re excited, when you’re thankful and when you’re sick. It doesn’t matter the reason, keeping God as your first point of contact keeps Him as your number one source of strength.

Pray for Someone Else- It doesn’t matter if this someone else is a friend, a family member, a stranger on the street, your cousin's stepson’s best friend’s aunt, a person you read about in the newspaper, your boss, or any other person you feel inspired to pray for.

Read Your Bible

Read a Quick Passage- Reading something is better than reading nothing.

Reread and Ponder About your Favorite Verse- It’s your favorite verse for a reason. When you reread you are able to identify a new or clearer understanding and perspective.

Read a Chapter- If you have some extra time, spend it reading an entire chapter.

Read Randomly- Close your eyes and open up your Bible. Place a finger somewhere on the page and open up your eyes. Start reading from where your finger is pointed. You might find yourself reading something that is related to your current situation.

Have a Bible Verse Sent to your Phone - There are many options and many versions that can easily be sent to your phone, and it usually only takes a few minutes to sign up for this service and only a few minutes to read the daily verse.

 Get Creative

Use Inspiration and Create Artwork that Reminds you of God- This can be anything from drawing, coloring in a coloring book, pulling out the canvas and paint, or even sculpting something from clay. Use your talents He gave you to show your adoration for Him.

Draw Out a Scene From a Passage Directly in your Bible- Adding illustrations directly in your Bible can not only be fun but help you examine the chapter more carefully. 

Write a Poem About your Relationship with God-  You don’t have to be a world-class poet to write a poem. Just keep it meaningful and personal.

Write a Short Story- Use your imagination and write a short story about your relationship with Jesus or why you attend church, a personal example of an answered prayer, or a conversation you’d have with God in person, just to name a few. Use your imagination! 

Write a Screenplay- Write a screenplay based on your favorite chapter in the Bible, the meaning of being a Christian in today’s world, or anything else you can think of.

Write a Letter to God- This is a great way to pour out your feelings and talk to our Father in Heaven.

Write in your Journal- You can write in a prayer journal, gratitude journal, or even a regular journal.

 Read Other Media

Read Devotionals- Devotionals are a great and simple way to nourish your relationship with God.

Read a Book by a Christian Author- If you find enjoyment in reading then you could benefit from reading a fiction or non-fiction book by a Christian author.

Read a Christian Blog -Christian blogs contain insightful and beneficial encouragement, lessons, personal experiences, and more. Blogs are a resourceful outlet to stay close to God and connect with other followers of Christ.

 

Move Your Body

Go on a Prayer Walk- Getting yourself out of the house and taking a prayer walk is an excellent way to nurture and grow your relationship with God. A prayer walk allows there to be a quiet time and safe space to focus on Him. 

Listen to your Favorite Christian Music While Working Out- Do you like Christian Rock? Christian Rap? It doesn’t matter the genre, listening to Christian music while getting your body pumping is a great way to connect with God and keep your mortal body healthy.

 Enjoy Nature

Go for a Scenic Drive- Contemplate and examine the scenery. Take notice of the beautiful world He provided for us.

Get your Hiking Boots On- Get outdoors and go for a hike or walk. Listen to the sounds of the birds, the insects, and the quiet. Utilize the time and send Him a quick “thanks” to show your appreciation for all that he created.

 

Teach and Spread the Word

Be an Example- Be an example to those around you. Align your actions with your values.

Share a Note of Encouragement- When you are feeling inspired, share a note of encouragement with someone who may need to hear it. This can be something as simple as reminding the person that God loves them.

Share your Favorite Scripture- Tell someone your favorite scripture and explain to them what that scripture means to you.

Invite Someone to Pray with You- What an intimate and significant way to connect with someone else and the Lord.

Serve Together- Find a volunteer opportunity that you and another person can participate in together.

Suggest a Movie or Book- Make a suggestion to a friend that they watch your favorite faith-based movie or read a book written by your favorite Christian author. Bonus points if you are able to lend them a copy you own.

Share your Testimony- You can share your testimony in person or on your social media accounts. Let others know why your faith in God is the most important aspect of your life.

 

 

Listen

Listen to Songs of Worship Throughout your Day- You can play songs of worship while you shower, on your way to work, while folding laundry, or while working on the car.

Listen to Uplifting Music- Keep your music wholesome and stay clear of music that contains negativity.

Find a Christian Podcast- There is a treasure trove of Christian Podcasts. Try out a few and find your favorite.

Listen to the Bible on Audiobook- This can be an effective way to gain an understanding of the Bible.

Listen to Religious Audiobooks Written by your Favorite Christian Authors- Some of us just aren’t readers. Luckily, we can still partake in noteworthy and entertaining Christian texts with audiobooks.

Listen to a Sermon- With the popularity and widespread use of the internet, it is no wonder countless churches are sharing their sermons online these days. We post ours every Sunday afternoon. Be sure to check it out here.

 

Be Sure To…

 

• Make spending time with God daily a priority
• When God is your very first priority, spending time with Him daily will be easy. Building upon your relationship with Him will be enjoyable and rewarding. When God is your number one, everything in your life will fall into place.
• Be intentional with your time
• Your time spent with God should be meaningful. It doesn’t matter how much time is spent. What matters is the quality of the time spent. Don’t spend your time with God if you’re just trying to check it off to say you’ve done it. Have this time be purposeful.
• Pencil Him in
• Our day-to-day lives are more often than not, busy. This means some days we will have to schedule in our time to spend with God. It is better to have a quick “check-in” than nothing at all.
• Determine a specific place
• Sometimes you’ll need a quiet spot to spend time with Him. This can be a corner in your room, while driving your commute to work, or even hiding in your closet. The setting doesn’t matter as long as you’re able to spend some peaceful quiet time with Him. 
• Plan ahead
• It will be easier to keep your daily commitment if you make a plan ahead of time. 

 

Scriptures Highlighting the Importance of Maintaining a Strong Relationship with God

 

Do What You Can to Sustain Your Relationship

As you can see, it doesn’t have to take a lot of effort to cultivate your relationship with God. Treat your relationship with God like you would any other person you spend every day with. Small acts filled with quality time will preserve and build your sacred bond with Him.

- Torrance Church of Christ