Urban, Hal

The 10 commandments of common sense : wisdom from the Scriptures for people of all beliefs / Ten commandments of common sense Hal Urban. - 1st Fireside hardcover ed. - New York : Simon & Schuster, 2007. - x, 259 p. ; 19 cm.

"A Fireside book."

Includes bibliographical references (p. [249]-250).

Introduction -- Five things the Scriptures teach us to avoid because they're bad for us -- Prologue: the root of all our flaws -- Don't be seduced by popular culture it prevents you from thinking for yourself -- Don't fall in love with money and possessions it will make you greedy and shallow -- Don't use destructive language it hurts others as well as yourself -- Don't judge other people it's better to work on your own faults -- Don't let anger get out of control it can wreck relationships and ruin lives -- Five things the Scriptures teach us to do because they're good for us -- Prologue: the root of all our virtues -- Keep a positive outlook on life it's the first step toward a joyful like -- Bring out the best in other people it's better to build up than to tear down -- Have impeccable integrity it brings peace of mind and a reputation of honor -- Help those in need it really is better to give than to receive -- Do everything in love it's the only way to find true peace and fulfillment -- Conclusion.

ISBN: 9781416535638 (hardcover : alk. paper) 1416535632 (hardcover : alk. paper) 9781416535645 (trade pbk. : alk. paper) 1416535640 (trade pbk. : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2007001826

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Spiritual life.
Conduct of life.

LC Class. No.: BL624 / .U73 2007

Dewey Class. No.: 205