The Ten Commandments: Respect & Honor and Judging & Envying
The Story of the Ten Commandments
Commandment 1: You shall have no other gods before Me.
Commandment 2: You shall not make for yourself a carved image to worship.
What do we Worship??? What do we love???
Commandment 3: You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
Commandment 4: Remember the Sabbath Day
Commandment 5: Honor Your Parents
Commandment 5: Honor Your Parents In Deuteronomy 27:16, it says:….." Cursed is anyone who dishonors their father or mother."
Commandment 6: Do Not Murder
Commandment 7: Do Not Commit Adultery You must respect yourself
Commandment 8: Do Not Steal
Commandment 9: You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
Commandment 10: You shall not covet.
Moses and the 10 Commandments
Memory Verse Emphasis
Exodus 20:7 - 'You Shall Not Take the Name of the Lord Your God in Vain' Exodus 20:7 emphasizes the importance of showing respect for God's name and warns against using it in a casual or disrespectful way, as it shows a lack of reverence for the divine.
Understanding Reverence for God's Name Reverence for God's name involves recognizing the sacredness of the divine and treating it with the utmost respect. This means avoiding using God's name in vain, blasphemy, and irreverence.
Ways to Respect God's Name in Daily Life Reverent Use in Prayer One way to respect God's name is by using it reverently in prayer, acknowledging God's holiness and sovereignty. Avoid Casual Conversation Another way to show respect for God's name is by avoiding using it in casual conversation, instead using it only in a context that is appropriate and reverent. Avoid Blasphemy and Irreverence To respect God's name, it is important to avoid blasphemy and irreverence, recognizing the sacredness of God's name and refraining from using it in a disrespectful or offensive way. Follow Other Commandments Living a life that honors God's name also involves following the other commandments, which are designed to help us love God and love others.