Exodus 20:7 (Amplified Bible)
You shall not use or repeat the name of the Lord your God in vain [that is, lightly or frivolously, in false affirmations or profanely]; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes His name in vain.
We've all done this at one time or another; we're knee-deep in a stressful situation, we drop a tool on our foot, or are pushed to the breaking point with our kids. And then it happens. The catalyst really doesn't matter, but the words that freely pass through our lips certainly do. Let's make a conscious effort to watch the words that come from our mouths.
"Lord, sometimes we sin and don't realize the severity of the violation until after the fact. In this world, it's all too easy to say your name in vain 100 times a day, for needless reasons. Your Word clearly says that you will not hold us guiltless for taking your name in vain. I know I'm guilty, and humbly ask for your forgiveness. Amen."
Good Night
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