Jack Hibbs : Please Erase Jesus From Your Profile

Please Erase Jesus From Your Profile

These days, nearly everyone has some form of social media or online presence, but what exactly are you choosing to share about yourself with a godless world? Are you representing yourself as a Christ follower or as someone who’s got one foot in the world? What does claiming to be a Christian while consistently posting worldly content on social media say about someone? It’s important to reflect Christ in both words and actions, including our online presence, recognizing that social media is a public representation of one’s personal beliefs.

What does the third commandment really mean when it says, “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain”? You might be surprised—it’s not just about cursing or profanity. In today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast, we dive deep into this often misunderstood commandment and how it’s being violated more today than ever—especially on social media.

Many Christians think taking the Lord’s name in vain only refers to using His name as a curse word. But biblically, it goes much deeper. The original Hebrew meaning refers to using God’s name in an empty, meaningless, or misleading way. It’s about misrepresenting Him—calling yourself a follower of Jesus while living in a way that contradicts that claim.

Today, people post Bible verses one moment and inappropriate content the next. They claim to love Jesus in their bios but live like the world in their posts. That’s not harmless—it’s a serious violation of the third commandment. It’s damaging to the witness of Christ and confuses those who are genuinely seeking truth.

Jack Hibbs shares real-life examples, including a young woman who praised her church in one post and called herself a “sexed-up kitten” in the next, holding a drink in a revealing costume. It’s not about judgment—it’s about clarity. If we say we represent Christ, our actions, posts, and digital presence must reflect that.

Jack challenges listeners to examine their online presence. What message are you sending? Would someone scrolling through your feed believe you’re a follower of Jesus? Or would they see a contradiction between your label and your lifestyle?

The third commandment isn’t about legalism—it’s about living a life of integrity. God will not hold us guiltless if we misuse His name (Exodus 20:7). That includes putting “Christian” in your profile while your content tells a different story.

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