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Ten Commandments
BCL Online Picks — January 15, 2026
From false teaching and self-deception to miracles, online worship, and discernment, this week’s online picks highlight biblical truth and faithfulness in the Christian life.
The Ten Commandments — Exodus 20:1-17
In what way do the Ten Commandments encompass more than what is listed in Exodus 20:1-17?
Should Images of God Be Allowed in the Church?
The second commandment (Exod. 20:4-6) expressly forbids the use of images of God in worship. How should we view images of God used in teaching, such as pictures of Jesus?
What Does It Mean to Commit Adultery in Your Heart? — Matthew 5:27-28
Why does the Seventh Commandment, “‘You shall not commit adultery'” (Ex. 20:14), encompass more than the physical act of adultery?
Being Lights in a Profane World
Our modern culture easily falls into irreverent and profane behavior. By their actions Christians are to be light and salt, encouraging those around them in the right use of God’s holy name.
Do the Ends Justify the Means?
Some people use the example of Rahab in Joshua 2 to assert that the sin of lying is justified if the resulting end of the lie is considered to be good. Does the Bible support this view?
Lord’s Days 39-45: 10 Q&As from the Heidelberg Catechism Every Christian Should Know
What are our duties to our neighbor? Why is prayer necessary for Christians? Find out in our latest installment of 10 Q&As from the beloved Heidelberg Catechism, used by more than one million Christians globally!
Lord’s Days 32-38: 10 Q&As from the Heidelberg Catechism Every Christian Should Know
What is true repentance? How do we properly worship God? Find out in our latest installment of 10 Q&As from the beloved Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Days 32-38.