A reflection on the Second Commandment and the power of our words. Drawing from Exodus 20:7, Colossians 3:8, and Ephesians 5:4, this post examines how profanity contradicts our calling to imitate Christ. Rooted in Oriental Orthodox theology, it connects our speech to Baptism, Chrismation, and the Divine Liturgy.

Why is it acceptable to make fun of God’s name and Christianity but not of other religions? This discrepancy exists simply because we, as believers, are not rooted in God.

This verse does not begin with personal feeling, but with being called. David does not say that he chose on his own to go to the house of God. He rejoices because others said to him, “Let us go.” Movement toward God begins in obedience, not in self-direction.