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God's name is SACRED.
Most people don't give much thought as to how important His name is.
It is so sacred, that God made a "capital law" among the Ten Commandments worthy of "capital punishment" (death) for transgressions against it.
"Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His name in vain." (Ex.20:7)
In his "outline for prayer," Jesus advocates, when we address His Father to whom our prayers are to be directed... that we FIRST acknowledge His reverent name.
"After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, HALLOWED BE THY NAME..." (Matt.6:9).
Most men give little thought to God's sacred name. He created man with a great purpose in mind. He should be foremost in our thoughts as His first Commandment says: "Thou shalt have no other gods before Me." (Ex.20:3)
Yet, He is not first with men, isn't revered by men, as worldly cares and concerns distract men from giving the Creator His due - utter respect and adoration.
The question of vanity in the example above depends upon how the phrase is used.
Is it used in a fervent heartfelt prayer to the Father? No vanity there.
Is it used in a thoughtless expletive in casual mindless conversation? Yes. There is no conscious reverence in such a use of God's name.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoYou are using the Lord's name for a meaningless purpose, and without respect.
It is not speaking about him or to him but as an expression. Which means that it is neither right or wrong to use. It is a simple expression of surprise or shock.
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∙ 14y agoGod's name is so sacred, that there is a capital law that protects it. A capital law is punishable by death... capital punishment. The command to utterly respect God's name is one of the Ten "capital" Commandments... the transgression of which is God's definition of "SIN" (I John 3:4).
"For the wages of sin is death..." (Rom.6:23).
In Jesus' lesson on how we should "pray" to our Father in heaven, the very first thing we are to do after we address Him in the opening of our prayers is to "acknowledge the sanctity of His name":
"After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, HALLOWED BE THY NAME..." (Matt.6:9).
God's name is not to be trifled with, like a loaded gun in an untrained hand. Especially by those who know the Truth about it and have the knowledge and understanding regarding the gravity of its sanctity and its Holiness.
It is not to be used "casually" or "frivolously"... or in any kind of a foolish manner.
If God's Truth is known to you... bear His name in wisdom and understanding.
Ignorant men will continue to wield it foolishly and be enlightened about in their own time.
The Lord has told us what is good and what is evil... and He has given us the ability to obey or disobey. Choose wisely.
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∙ 13y agoYes, if used as the common exclamation.
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Is saying Oh God considered taking the lord in vain?
Unless you are trying to communicate with God that is taking his name in vain.
Is Oh your Jesus Christ taking gods name in vain?
Yes, but there's no point in saying that.
What does isus krist mean?
My friend says isus krist instead of saying Jesus Christ because she does not want to take the lords name in vain.
By saying ''lord behold'' is that using god's name in vain?
No, it wouldn't be. Psalms 83:18 That people may know that you, whose name is Jehovah, You alone are the Most High over all the earth.By saying lord, it can mean many things. Only by using the name Jehovah would that be taking God's name in vain.
What is the Dos and don'ts in church?
Do be repectful to others. And do enjoy the experience! Don't swear, or take the lords name in vain. Its as simple as that!
How do you handle someone that takes the Lord's name in vain?
It depends on if you want to push your religion on someone. If not then ask them to not say that in front of you. If you want to teach them about religion then tell them that using the Lords name in vain is a sin and explain to them that i is wrong.
Is O your God using Gods name in vain?
It depends on the subject you're talking about, if your worshiping God and saying that, it's alright, but if your going against God, your using His name in vain.
What are two positive we can show our love for God and practice the First Cammandment?
by not saying God name in vain
When you say Jesus Christ you are really saying?
It would depend on how you use it in a sentence. If you are speaking of the person Jesus Christ, you are talking about the son of God. If you use it as a profanity you are violating the third commandment, taking the Lord's name in vain.
Is it appropriate to use the Lord's name in vain?
Christians believe that "Using the name in vain" can cause a person to be sent to Hell when they die. However, there is some amount of debate as to what using the name in vain means. Some people believe that simply saying "oh God," is using the name in vain, but the original meaning was closer to "do not claim that you are acting to perform the will of God, when in fact you are simply acting in your own interests."
What is the name for a person that is always taking pictures of themselves because they think they're perfect?
vain or conceited
Is saying omigod bad?
No. Yes, because it is using the Lord's name in vain. Think about it, you are using God`s wonderful name to replace a bad word.
