Ten: How the Commandments Set Us Free Hardcover – February 1, 2016

Ten: How the Commandments Set Us Free, by Mark MitchellMark Mitchell has written a brief commentary on the Ten Commandments that throws light on the commands in their ancient setting and shows the relevance of the ’Ten Words” for the Church today. He has written an extremely well balanced book, no mean feat in a field in which writers tend to make too much, or too little of Israel’s Law. Mark is an exceptional writer, a clear thinker, and an accomplished theologian who lays head and heart together. The book is filled with truth and grace. You will be instructed, but more importantly, you will be drawn toward righteousness as you read his book.David Roper

I toughly enjoyed reading Ten. Mark Mitchell writes in an engaging way about what happened that day when “the mountain blazed with fire to the very heavens… and the Lord spoke out of the fire… and declared his covenant, the Ten Commandments” (Dt 4:11-13). With thoughtful and skilled exegesis, Dr. Mitchell demonstrates how each commandment leads us along the path to freedom and authenticity. You can just snuggle into the book. I can’t think of a better book on the Ten Commandments for practical living—great for study groups, or small groups; or, just personal growth and understanding. It sets you free.

The book me think about my life in a different way. It was areal eye opener. It is easy to read and very profound for anyone that believes in God.

Growing up I always thought of the Ten Commandments as a rule book of "no-no's"; instead, as Mitchell writes, they were given to us because He loves us, and wants us to know the freedom they offer. This book has challenged me to look at them from a different perspective; it will now remain on my nightstand to refer to often!

Warning: this book will change how you think about the Ten Commandments and make them applicable and real in your everyday life. This little book packs more application into its pages than I've ever read on the subject. Read one chapter per day, or per week, and think deeply about what God is actually saying and how He is calling us to obey these commands. They are not archaic; they will make you more like Jesus. I'm reading it again because I have more pondering to do.

Well written and insightful review of the Ten Commandments and how they apply to our lives.

clear concise and applicable to modern times

Very thought provoking.