Ten Commandments: You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. / Pastor Troy Singleton

Big Idea: You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.

Exodus 20:7

Do not misuse the name of the LORD your God, because the Lord will not leave anyone unpunished who misuses his name.

1. Respect the name.

2. Don’t use the name in vain.

3. Hallowed be Your name.

Next Steps: 

• Believe: I surrender my soul to the name Jesus today.
• Become: I will not use the name of God in vain this week.
• Be Sent: I will walk worthy of His name this week.

Discussion Questions:

1. How does making an oath or vow violate this command? 

2. What does it mean to take God’s name in vain?

3. Does saying OMG break the third commandment?

4. Should we swear by His name?

5. How do people currently break this commandment?

6. Would you openly correct a friend or family member when they use God’s name in vain?

7. Pray for the Holy Spirit to help you use God’s name with reverence.