The 10: NO BAD USES FOR GOD'S NAME

Hi! It's Katie! And right now, we're learning about the second commandment, which is...

"YOU SHALL NOT TAKE THE LORD'S NAME IN VAIN."

God meant that we shouldn't use His name in a bad way. His name is so holy that it shouldn't become a common phrase or curse word. His name should be respected over all other names. If you see something horrible, and you want to use God's name in a bad way, remember that it is bad to say His name in vain. 

CHALLENGE: If you see something bad, and you want to use God's name in a bad way, remember that it is bad to say His name in vain. Come up with a word to use instead. It can be as silly and pointless as "bananas!" or "froggy stole my apple tree!" 

There are always alternatives to saying God's name in a bad way. 

GAME: Try to make up useless phrases like "bananas!" or "froggy stole my apple tree!" See how many you can come up with, and then pick one to be your alternative! Try to use it instead of using God's name in vain. 

Now do you see why it is bad to take the Lord's name in vain? It's like when you say something bad to a friend. God is your friend. Don't make bad choices! Use your alternatives!

God Bless! ☺