The Large Catechism – part 72
Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions
Scripture Text: Acts 8:1–3
Series: Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions
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From the Confessions: The Large Catechism, The Ten Commandments
The Second Commandment
You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
For this reason also, God has added a solemn threat to this commandment: “The Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.” That is, no one who violates this commandment will be overlooked or left unpunished. As little as God will leave one unpunished if he turns his heart from him, just as little will he allow his name to be employed for dressing up a lie.
Pulling It Together: Some of the things that are done in God’s name are appalling. Name-calling, threats, imprisonment, and murder are bad enough but when they are done under the cover of religion, these things are contemptible. Be careful what you say and do on behalf of God. He will not have his name sullied by anyone.
Prayer: Make me thoughtful, Lord, and careful with your reputation. Amen.
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Rev. Dr. Mark E. Ryman has served as Pastor for St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Salisbury, NC, since 2021. Previously, Pastor Ryman served congregations in North Carolina and Ohio, as well as a call to specialized ministry with Sola Publishing.
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