Becker Bible Teacher Resources

When an offense is committed that offends justice or truth, it must be repaired, even in the midst of forgiveness.  When the sin cannot be undone in public, it must be at least made right in private. Damage to a reputation through the attack of truth must restore the good reputation of a person whenever possible. (Ninth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:16)

 Promises must be kept and contracts strictly observed. Commutative justice requires due respect for the rights of people and regulates their exchange.  This requires safeguarding property rights, paying debts, and fulfilling obligations freely contracted; to do less is a sin.(Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Intentional damaging of private or public property. (Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Expending good carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose that removes their ability to support the Works of God.(Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Spending excessive money for unneeded goods robs works funded by the LORD God to accomplish.  This sin also includes overcharging for labor or asking for undue reimbursement, as well as using employers funds without temperance, wisdom, and responsibility. (Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Falsifying signatures on checks or invoices or other legal documents or tender for the purpose of fraud.(Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Failure to pay the government the dues owed them for the services they provide.(Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

Failing to accomplish the work one was hired to do while receiving a paycheck, acknowledgement, or attention for it. (Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

The using for private purposes the common goods of business, enterprise, or work place. (Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)

The secretive influence of judgment of those who must make decisions according to law. (Eighth Commandment Violation, Exodus 20:15)