The 10 Commandments by Hailey Barok

1. You Shall Not Have Strange Gods Before Me

27barok — 2024-01-19 17:48:56 UTC

One must always put God first. Prioritizing God will give peace and lasting joy to humankind.

Do I give time to God often? (praying, going to mass, etc.)
Do I find more importance in other things? (relationships, desires, possessions, etc.)
Am I proud about my faith?

2. You Shall Not Take The Name of The Lord, Your God, in Vain

27barok — 2024-01-19 17:55:12 UTC

To build a strong relationship with God, one must share their truest selves with Him. That means opening one's hearts to honesty towards Him.

Do I use inappropriate language?
Do I not keep my promises towards others, especially God?
Do I value good communication and honesty towards myself and others?

3. Remember To Keep Holy the Lord's Day

27barok — 2024-01-19 18:05:50 UTC

It is important to make time for God because He makes time for humankind constantly. Although one is God's creation and are meant to work diligently, it is important to take a step back and worship our creator.

Do I rest and take time in the name of God?
Do I waste time online instead of prioritizing God?
Do I go to Mass every Sunday?

4. Honor Your Father and Mother

27barok — 2024-01-19 18:16:07 UTC

One must always give respect to those who have authority over them. Those deserving authority will not abuse their power and direct them in the right direction?

Do I listen to the advice of my mother and my father?
Do I respect my teacher's time by not talking in class and completing assignments on time?
Do I follow the directions of my doctor in order to improve my health?

5. You Shall Not Kill

27barok — 2024-01-19 18:20:59 UTC

This commandment is not only applied to physical killing, but to the killing of one's spirit, confidence, and reputation.

Have I talked behind someone's back?
Have I spread a rumor about someone that was not true or embarrassing?
Have I said something hurtful towards someone that didn't deserve it?

6. You Shall Not Commit Adultery

27barok — 2024-01-23 05:48:23 UTC

Adultery does not only apply to romantic couples, but can be applied to platonic friendships as well. That means turning one's back and betraying a family member or friend.

Have I told a secret about my friend to someone who wasn't supposed to hear it?
Have I said untrue statements about my family in order to not feel embarrassed?
Have you ever influenced your friend group to turn on one particular friend?

7. You Shall Not Steal

27barok — 2024-01-23 05:52:53 UTC

The need to take more than we are given comes from the possession of a greedy mentality. As people, we must appreciate God's gifts and prioritize Him over said gifts.

Am I grateful for every I own?
Do I value physical possession over God?
Do I treat God's gifts with kindness? (Not litter and take good care of the environment)

8. You Shall Not Bear False Witness Against Your Neighbor

27barok — 2024-01-23 05:58:25 UTC

It is important to be honest at all times. If you are lying, you are lying and weakening your relationship with God?

Have I lied when I wasn't supposed too?
Do I spread false rumors about people?
Have I betrayed someone that trusted me?

9. You Shall Not Covet Your Neighbor's Wife

27barok — 2024-01-23 16:09:17 UTC

We should be grateful for all the people in our life. If the need to be around a new person negatively affects the relationships around you, it is not good

Am I jealous of other people?
Do I prioritize a weak situation ship over a strong friendship?
Do I allow my jealousy to disrupt other people's relationships?

10. You Shall Not Covet Your Neighbor's Goods

27barok — 2024-01-23 16:14:46 UTC

We should be grateful for every physical thing around us. That means our possessions and the things that surround us.

Have I been selfish or greedy?
Have I judged people who have less than me?
Am I generous towards those who help me and those who don't?