The name of the Lord
Exodus 20:7
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Exodus 20:7 (NIV) “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name.
ACTS 4 (NIV) 12 Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”
How can you misuse God's name? When you use Gods name …�
as curse word
when you are surprised or frightened
In everyday conversations (OMG and J C)
without respect in WhatsApp, Facebook and other social media messages
by watching movies or series on television where God's name is used as a curse word.
with our actions
How should we use God's name?
We Must Praise and Glorify God's Name by Singing and praying.
Jeremiah 10:6 NIV
No one is like you, LORD; you are great, and your name is mighty in power.
How should we use God's name?
We must keep God's Name holy. We must not abuse His name.
Bless the Lord
Praise His Holy name
Oh my soul
We must defend God's Name wherever we go: We need to point out to someone who is abusing His name that it is a sin to do so.
How should we use God's name?
We must tell people how great and holy and wonderful God's name is
How should we use God's name?