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Here is my simple answer and I will use myself as an example. My relationship with God is not to be taken lightly. I do not just go to Him when I have a problem (not anymore that is) but think of Him most of my waking moments. I try not to say things like “OMG” because that is talking about Him absent-mindedly. I believe the Commandment goes far beyond a name, but speaks more about a precious relationship, to be cherished, nurtured and meditated upon. I have a personal relationship with Jesus, thus I have direct access to the Father by way of the Holy Spirit who helps me, is my teacher and comforter. Every good thing that happens to me I freely give credit to God, because “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” James 1:17. When I speak of God I do so deliberately with much thought and with one goal…to give Him glory.
As I write this another thing occurs to me. Not only should we not use His name in vain, we should not use HIM in vain either. There is a heretical gospel being preached today that says if we have enough faith God will prosper us or grant us the desires of our hearts. This is a false narrative and very dangerous because it causes people to become false converts who are not saved at all. There is only one reason to accept Christ. Because we are sinners and can never be in God’s presence now or in eternity unless we sincerely repent, accept Jesus as Lord and follow Him. Turning to God for self-centered purposes is using HIM in vain.
I am sorry, I said my answer would be simple but perhaps is was rather complex after all!
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