To Stop Misusing the Holy Name of God
THE THIRD COMMANDMENT You shall not make wrongful use of the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not acquit anyone who misuses his name. What is the aim of the third commandment? That I neither blaspheme nor misuse the name of God by cursing, perjury, or unnecessary oaths, nor share in such horrible sins by being a silent bystander. In summary, I should use the holy name of God only with reverence and awe, so that I may properly confess God, pray to God, and glorify God in all my words and works. Is blasphemy of God's name by swearing and cursing really such a serious sin that God is angry also with those who do not do all they can to help prevent and forbid it? Yes, indeed. No sin is greater or provokes God's wrath more than blaspheming his name. That is why God commanded it to be punished with death. For the Bible Tells Me So... James 5:12 — But above all, my brothers, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or by any other oath, but let your “yes” ...
