God's Name

Published: Feb. 7, 2016, 10 a.m.

It’s been misunderstood by many that the third commandment is a prohibition against using the name of Yahweh in trivial or profane ways (although it is wise not to do so). Rather, this command is concerned with protecting God’s reputation. How would you feel if someone close to you was misrepresenting you? [Exodus 20:7]