The Mark Driscoll Podcast Are You Dishonoring God’s Name?
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Feb 1, 2026 A sermon-style dive into Exodus and the seriousness of honoring God’s name. Discussion connects Jesus to Yahweh and explains Jewish reverence for the divine name. Four common ways people misuse God’s name are outlined, from rash vows to treating the name like magic. Practical spiritual practices such as preaching, prayer, baptism, and obedience are presented as proper ways to honor God.
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Sinai's Terror Validates Reverence
- The Israelites met God at Sinai amid fearsome signs demonstrating His holiness and transcendence. This scene gives weight to the command not to mistreat God's name.
Yahweh Reveals God's Eternal Identity
- Yahweh (I AM) communicates God's eternality, transcendence, and self-sufficiency. Mark links this name to Jesus, arguing Jesus claims the divine name and identity.
Jesus Claims 'I Am'
- Jesus'