10 Commandments
The Ten Commandments are a guiding force in my life, providing me with guidelines for my thoughts, words, and deeds. Some of the commandments are common sense and relatively easy to follow. For example, the prohibition of murder is a universal ethical law. Not stealing is another. I have no problem envisioning and worshiping only one God. However, the modern world makes strict interpretations of the commandments difficult. The commandment against false idols may seem silly but a closer examination of our society reveals that we have many false idols including celebrity status and wealth. Whenever we become obsessed with fame or fortune we move one step away from our spiritual path.
Refraining from taking the Lord's name in vain is also hard, considering the way we use language carelessly in casual conversations. Television and movies are littered with curse words and the Lord's name is constantly being thrown around carelessly. While I strive to remove careless cursing from my daily speech, when I am angry or upset, or when I am not thinking as I laugh at a joke, I slip. Another way that most people including me stray from the commandments is by not honoring the Sabbath. I try to attend religious services as often as possible. Often the responsibilities of work and school prevent me from fulfilling this commandment.
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