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Why Do Thou Shalt Not Steal
Thou Shalt not Steal I was asked the question, “Gaesha what is one thing that really upsets you?” It did not take me more than two seconds to answer that question. I replied, “You know what really gets my gears grinding, my biggest pet peeve, what upsets me, and takes me to the highest level of frustration are people who are known as robbers, thieves, stealers, or burglars!” I can’t understand how a robber can invade the private homes of another person who has worked hard to earn the things they have and steal from them! I’m wondering where these low life’s consciences are. What happened to the Eighth Commandment: Thou shalt not steal? What mind frame do they have when they are about to steal? I have heard on the news and read several
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