The Third Commandment

Exodus 20:7

I. Exposition of the Commandment

A. The Name of the Lord

B. Your God
1 Peter 2:9-10

C. Take in Vain.

D. The Curse that attends this Command

II. The Heart of this Commandment

The attitude we have toward God, especially in worship.
Only the Lord knows the heart.

III. The Significance of God’s Name

Psalm 8:1; 20:7; 29:2; 34:3; 100:4; 103:1; 145:1
Exodus 33:12-23; 34:5-8
See the back for a list of Names and Titles for God

IV. Application

1. In the church:

2. Proper vows are allowed (Chapter 23 of our Confession).

3. Profanity is prohibited.
   

4. We owe God proper respect and reverence 
    Christ taught us to call God – Father 
    A word to the lost