The Bible tells Christians that, as far as it depends on us, we should live at peace with our neighbour. One way we can do this is by not robbing them of their means of existence. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. (Romans 12:18) The United … [Read more...] about Robbing Your Neighbour for Fun and Profit
Theft
The 8th Commandment
The eighth commandment, 'Thou shalt not steal" upholds the rights to private property since theft can only be theft if what you have stolen belongs to someone else. It also rules out collectivism and socialism as a means of forming a healthy society. What's mine is not … [Read more...] about The 8th Commandment
What’s Yours is Mine
The point of the biblical emphasis on God's ownership of the earth is that all property must be held in accordance with His commands. Property will always be owned and the commandment, "Thou shalt not steal", implies the right to private ownership. God's claim on the earth … [Read more...] about What’s Yours is Mine