# The Ten Commandments Aren't What You Think | Theological

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Why did God choose these Ten Commandments—and why do the first three focus on God instead of humanity?

In this episode of Theological, Shabbos Kestenbaum sits down with Pastor Rob McCoy to challenge what we think we know about the Ten Commandments, their meaning, and their role in shaping Western civilization.

From the Sabbath and honoring your parents to murder, adultery, and jealousy, Shabbos and Rob explore why these particular commandments matter today. Rob also shares personal stories about his relationship with Charlie Kirk, how Charlie observed the Sabbath, and the difficult decision Rob made when his religious convictions conflicted with his parents' wishes.

They discuss: Why did God choose only Ten Commandments? Why do the first commandments focus on God? Why do Jews and Christians observe the Sabbath differently? What did Charlie Kirk believe about honoring the Sabbath? Must you honor your parents when they ask you to violate your beliefs? Does the Bible prohibit killing or murder? Is jealousy sinful even if you never act on it? Can the Ten Commandments still provide the moral foundation for a flourishing society?

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- What it is: Recorded live
- Length: 1 h 10 min
- Shown live: Sun 1 Nov 2026, 13:00 UTC
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