Do not misuse the name of the LORD your God, because the LORD will not leave anyone unpunished who misuses his name. [Exodus 20:7]

There is power in a name. Whether it's the nickname you received from your family as a small child, or the moniker bestowed upon you due to your accomplishments, or even the pet name you share with a spouse, speaking a name gives worth and value to it. And when we speak a name in something other than love, care, or affection, that worth has the potential to diminish. 

Today, Pastor Paul and Mark look at the commandment that tells us not to misuse the name of God. On the surface, it appears like this command might only apply to swearing or exclaiming in anger. But it's so much more than that. The name of God is representative of his character and identity. When we misuse it, either in flippancy, blasphemy, or hatred, we are allowing that misuse to creep into our own identity and rob us of the truth we know about the person of God. More than just a "tag" that allows us to interact with him, the name of God speaks to the consistency of his character and points us toward the true nature of who he is. 

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