The 6th Commandment Part 2 | Though Shall Not Murder (suicide, euthanasia, do not resuscitate orders
Join us as we conclude our discussion on the Sixth Commandment in this episode. Part one originally aired on July 22, 2026, and in that episode we explored what Scripture teaches about just and unjust killing, addressing abortion and its various cultural arguments, the government’s God-given authority in just warfare and capital punishment, the legitimacy of home and self-defense, and the ethical questions surrounding IVF.
In this episode, we turn to the personal and often painful topics of suicide, euthanasia, end-of-life decisions such as DNR orders, and the challenges that come with terminal diagnoses and treatment options. We also consider overlooked implications of this commandment, such as how preserving life includes cultivating healthy habits and honoring our bodies as God’s temple rather than treating them like a junkyard.
Join Pastors Pfannerstill, Hacker, Dufek, and Best as they continue part two of the Sixth Commandment and reflect on the value of human life on this episode of TreasureCast. After you watch or listen, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us at treasurecast@woodridge.cc with questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes.
Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker Hosts:
Pastors Drew Hacker, Luke Dufek, and John Pfannerstill
Theme Song: “Mercy” used with copyright permission from artist “Headswitch” and with copyright permissions through TechSmith
Graphics Design: Patrick Blend Video and Audio: Nate Schwalm
Resources referenced during the show: (Note: Mentioning a resource, author, or ministry does not imply full alignment with the doctrine of our church. Each resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.)
Baptist Catechism Question 72 Question: What is the sixth commandment? Answer: The sixth commandment is, "you shall not murder."
Baptist Catechism Question 73 Question: What is required in the sixth commandment? Answer: The sixth commandment requireth all lawful endeavours to preserve our own life and the life of others.
Baptist Catechism Question 74 Question: What is forbidden in the sixth commandment? Answer: The sixth commandment absolutely forbiddeth the taking away of our own life, or the life of our neighbour unjustly, or whatsoever tendeth thereunto.
Scriptures on the topic: Exodus 20:13 – “You shall not murder.” (Repeated in Deuteronomy 5:17) Genesis 9:6 – Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image. Genesis 4:8–10 – Cain kills Abel; Abel’s blood cries out from the ground. Revelation 21:8 – Murderers listed among those facing judgment. Revelation 22:15 – Murderers listed among those “outside.”
Books mentioned: Law for the Lawless – David Mitzenmacher A Commentary on the Baptist Catechism – Jim Scott Orick
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