Scripture reading: Exodus 20:1-17
Focus verses: "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor your father and mother,” which is the first commandment with promise: 3 “that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.” Ephesians 6:1-3
We read in Exodus that God has given the ten commandments because the people needed to know what God requires. It is impossible to live a perfect life, but it is good for Christians to strive to walk in righteousness.
God sets up the lines of authority. God is to be our only god. We are to have no other things that come before him. He is our first authority. He also tells us that our parents are the earthly authority for their children. We are to obey our parents and honor them. Parents have had more years of experience and wisdom. This is increased greatly if the parents follow Christ and Godly wisdom.
Notice that the command to honor your parents doesn't end after you become an adult. Notice also that the command doesn't say to honor them only if they believe in Christ. Celebrate that this is for our own good, that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth. If you are a parent, you should not abuse your authority. God warns, " And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord." in Ephesians 6:4
What can you do today to show honor to your parents if they are still living?
~Page Johnson
Interlocking Ministries
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