That You May Live: How the 10 Commandments Lead to Human Freedom

by Darrell W. Johnson

After setting the people of Israel free from bondage in Egypt, God spoke Ten Words to promote and protect the freedom of His people. Ten words that were crucial in forming Israel’s identity as a newly liberated nation, rescued from slavery in Egypt, breathing the fresh air of freedom for the first time. Today these Ten Words are famously known as the Ten Commandments. In a day of increasing moral ambiguity and uncertainty, in the midst of the cacophony of differing voices and differing visions of the good life, these Ten Words are an invitation into a life of true human flourishing. For those seeking right relationship with God and others. For those looking for guidance in a fractured and broken world. For those longing for moral clarity in all the confusion. God gives us these Ten Commandments. Ten Words endorsed by the Creator of all things. Ten Words that reflect His character to us. Ten Words designed by the Creator to bring freedom and life to His people. That You May Live walks the reader through the power and continued relevance of the Ten Commandments for us today.

Genres: Christian, Faith

230 pages, Paperback

Published September 5, 2023

About the author

Darrell W. Johnson has been preaching Jesus Christ and His Gospel for over 50 years. He has served a number of Presbyterian congregations in California, Union Church of Manila in the Philippines, and the historic First Baptist Church in the heart of Vancouver, Canada.

He has taught preaching for Fuller Theological Seminary, Carey Theological College in Vancouver, and Regent College in Vancouver.

He has authored eight books, including The Glory of Preaching and Discipleship on the Edge: An Expository Journey Through Revelation.
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He is currently serving as a pastor at The Way Church and Canadian Church Leaders Network.
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He and his wife Sharon have been married over 50 years. Together they have raised four children adopted from four different countries of the world, and now enjoy loving 11 active grandchildren!

Reviews

[Timothy Ebio · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ending 2024 and entering 2025 with an encouragement that Christ gives life and freedom. The best part of this book is its 'Vancouver-pastor' tone. Familiar. I felt like I was returned to a younger Timothy, listening to my pastor preach in our old basement worship hall.

[Jane Tralala · Rating 5 out of 5]

100 out of 5 stars! A very great exposition of how the ten commandments are God's way of loving us, not condemning us. Totally changed my perspective.

[Keith L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Also just took a class with Darrell, but on the upper room, not the 10 commandments. Darrell does a fantastic job of highlighting the 10 commandments as a way to organize our life for flourishing. He also says that they are more than commands, but promises of life in Jesus. We will be people free from anger, people who are at rest, people who are satisfied. We are able to live this life, because we’ve been empowered by the Spirit.

Great read and I’m sure not the last time I will read this book.

[Kyle Tabet · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was sceptical about reading a book about the Ten Commandments, they all seemed pretty self explanatory. But wow, this book unlocks the beauty of God’s law in a way I have never seen before. You leave each chapter with a fire to implement and change based on each of the commandments. I recommend for everyone seeking to follow Jesus more closely!

[Brittany Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

the law that leads to human flourishing - a biblical, inspiring, and convicting call to walk in holiness by the power of the Holy Spirit. this book presents the tender and vital call towards repentance that our culture needs, on the basis of God’s character and intentions for humanity.

[Susan Hein · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learn so much from Darrell Johnson's books. His insights bring familiar passages to light in such a reader friendly way. I'm so grateful for him.

[Ian Kirk · Rating 5 out of 5]

A unique, expanded way of looking at the 10 commandments. So much more to learn than a cursory glance at the commandments.