Before we explore each of the 10 Commandments, we take a look at the big picture. What is the Decalogue? How does it function in Exodus, in the Torah and in the contemporary Church?

JR. lives in Dallas, TX with his wife Amanda. In addition to exploring the wonders that are the Lone Star state, JR. is the teaching pastor at Catalyst Community Church, a writer and blogger. His book, Empathy for the Devil, is available from InterVarsity Press. He's haunted by the Batman, who is in turn haunted by the myth of redemptive violence.
Before we explore each of the 10 Commandments, we take a look at the big picture. What is the Decalogue? How does it function in Exodus, in the Torah and in the contemporary Church?
JR. reflects on his favorite comics of 2016.
JR. counts down his favorite films of 2016.
JR. counts down his favorite films of 2016.
JR. counts down his favorite television shows of 2016.
JR. counts down the best books he read in 2016.
The people are afraid. God warns them they’ll die. Moses goes up the mountain.
Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) and Silent Night (2012)
God initiates a covenant. The people accept.
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