Deuteronomy 5:11 Vain & Hallowed

11You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave anyone unpunished who takes His name in vain.

Vain

Vain: Using someone’s name showing lack of respect.

“We can break the third commandment through profanity (using the name of God in blasphemy and cursing), frivolity (using the name of God in a superficial, stupid way), and hypocrisy (claiming the name of God but acting in a way that disgraces Him).” ( Guzik)

Hallowed 

Hallowed: made holy, consecrated 

Matthew 6:9 9So then, this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.

I’m sure everyone has used His name in both circumstances, in vain and hallowed. 

I’m guilty of breaking this commandment!

How do you use His name? In vain or hallowed?

Blessings