But how can Christians champion the Ten Commandments as a moral standard if they themselves do not obey them? Yes, the Incarnation transforms the Decalogue. All Christian churches agree on that in principle. But most Christians disregard the Commandments without reflection and because they are inconvenient. That is the road to cultural impotence. The reformation of society must start with the reformation of our own families and churches, with a self-conscious attention to ethics and character formation. Just as the Church transforms individuals and makes them part of the body of Christ, so she will slowly but surely change the world outside. Until that happens, the secular world has little to fear. Read More»

Carl Trueman | “Do Christians Even Care About the Ten Commandments Anymore?” | August 28, 2025

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