Hope City Church Edinburgh Sunday Sermons

Exodus 20:15 - The Eighth Commandment

"You shall not steal."

Continuing through the Ten Commandments, we land on "You shall not steal" -a command that goes far beyond taking someone's possessions. Stealing shows up in more places that we often think to look. What counts as stealing today? Could it be someone's time, their credit or recognition, their digital content or words, their trust - or what about stealing glory that belongs to God?

"There's no honour amongst thieves"

Tune in as Tom helps us look honestly into our own hearts to reveal what we may have been stealing without even realising. Scripture calls us to move from taking to giving, from grasping to gratitude. This is an invitation to reflect on our own sinful hearts, repent and reshape our lives to honour God.

Exodus 20:14 - The Seventh Commandment

"You shall not commit adultery."

Marriage is a sacred covenant established by God. As Charles Spurgeon taught, adultery harms both families and communities, while purity honours God's design.

Most importantly, this commandment reminds us that God shows us steadfast covenant love, and marriage is a sign of that faithfulness. We are called to honour our marriage and live in faithfulness that reflects God's own faithful character.

Sixth Commandment – Exodus 20:13

"You shall not murder."

In a world full of anger, bitterness, and division, God calls us to a higher standard: the protection of life and the care of one another. This command isn’t just about avoiding violence — it’s about cultivating love, patience, and respect in every relationship.

What does “do not murder” look like in everyday life? How can we live in a way that preserves life and reflects God’s heart?

Fifth Commandment – Book of Exodus 20:12

“Honour your father and your mother…”

In a world that celebrates independence, God calls us to honour. This command isn’t just about obedience — it’s about heart, humility, and trust in His design for family.

What does honour look like in real life? And how does it lead to blessing?

Fourth Commandment in Exodus 20:8-11

"Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy..."

In a world that values the "hustle and grind," God calls us to a different rhythm. This commandment isn't just about a day off; it's about a sacred pause. It is an invitation to stop, breathe, and trust that the world continues to turn whilst we rest in the hands of the Creator.

The Sabbath is a gift, not a burden. It is a time to stop our normal duties, reflect on His goodness, and renew ourselves in his presence. By keeping the Sabbath day holy, we declare our identity isn't found in what we do, but in whose we are.

This week, we explore the Third Commandment in Exodus 20:7 (NIV):

“You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God…”

This commandment goes far deeper than words alone. God’s name represents His character, His authority, and His presence. It is not something to be used casually or spoken without thought. God’s name carries meaning. It carries purpose. It carries power.

Above all, His name is holy.

Tune in as we discover what it truly means to honour the name of the Lord—and what that means for how we live, speak, and worship today.

The Second Commandment – “You Shall Not Make for Yourself an Idol”

Following on from last week, we dive into the second commandment where God's powerful reminder calls us to worship Him as He is, not as we imagine or reshape Him to be. It’s not just about carved statues… it’s about the subtle idols we create in our minds, habits, and priorities. When we let God define who He is and allow Him to be in control over every area of our life, we experience freedom, clarity and a deeper relationship with Him.

In a world full of distractions and competing loyalties, are we truly committed to worship God — and God alone?

God opens the Ten Commandments with a compelling call, "You shall have no other gods before Me." (Exodus 20:3). We'll dive into what this means to worship out Holy and infinite God exclusively, and why God forbids the worship of any other deities.

Lets reflect on the first commandment and examine the idols that complete for our own hearts, and how putting God first transforms not just our faith, but our daily lives.

An update on where we are with buildings and funding.

This week we jump back into our Exodus series - the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai. After God dramatically rescues Israel from slavery, God speaks these words: "I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt..." Grace comes first; the commands flow from gratitude.

No one is above God's law - not the king, not nations, not even us today. Open your hearts today to hear what Peter has to say above God's gracious blueprint for freedom.