Reasons why Christians are commanded not to steal

  1. Christians should trust in God to provide for their needs
  2. So as to show respect for other peoples’ property
  3. Christians should work to acquire their needs I laziness is discouraged
  4. Christians should have others / should not make others suffer
  5. They should uphold their dignity / self worth be role models
  6. In order to promote peace / harmony among people / stealing causes conflict in society
  7. In order to practise self control! righteousness
  8. Christians are expected to be contented with what they have / stealing is an act of greed.