“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” Romans 12:10
HONOR: time (tim-may’); to value, respect, or highly esteem; to treat as precious, weighty or valuable. On the flip side, a lack of honor is: atimos (at’-ee-mos); to dishonor; to treat as common or ordinary.
“Jesus left that part of the country and returned with his disciples to Nazareth, his hometown. 2 The next Sabbath he began teaching in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. They asked, “Where did he get all this wisdom and the power to perform such miracles?” 3 Then they scoffed, “He’s just a carpenter, the son of Mary and the brother of James, Joseph,[b] Judas, and Simon. And his sisters live right here among us.” They were deeply offended and refused to believe in him.
4 Then Jesus told them, “A prophet is honored everywhere except in his own hometown and among his relatives and his own family.” 5 And because of their unbelief, he couldn’t do any miracles among them except to place his hands on a few sick people and heal them. 6 And he was amazed at their unbelief.” Mark 6:1-6
“Then they reached Jericho, and as Jesus and his disciples left town, a large crowd followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus (son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road. 47 When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 48 “Be quiet!” many of the people yelled at him.
But he only shouted louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 49 When Jesus heard him, he stopped and said, “Tell him to come here.” So they called the blind man. “Cheer up,” they said. “Come on, he’s calling you!”50 Bartimaeus threw aside his coat, jumped up, and came to Jesus. 51 “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked. “My Rabbi,” the blind man said, “I want to see!” 52 And Jesus said to him, “Go, for your faith has healed you.” Instantly the man could see, and he followed Jesus down the road.” Mark 10:46-52
Key Thought — Honor Is The Key That Will Unlock Heaven On Earth And The Limitless Life That God Has For You.
Honor Up, Honor Down, Honor All Around!
1.Honor Begins With
“Then Jesus told them, “A prophet is honored everywhere except in his own hometown and among his relatives and his own family.” 5 And because of their unbelief…” Mark 6:4-5
“Honor everyone. Love your brothers and sisters in the faith.” 1 Peter 2:17
2.Honor Unlocks
“Honor your father and mother, as the Lord your God commanded you. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.” Deuteronomy 5:16 (NLT)
“Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. 10 Then he will fill your barns with grain, and your vats will overflow with good wine.” Proverbs 3:9-10 (NLT)
- Honor As
“As surely as I have honored you… may the Lord honor me.” 1 Samuel 26:24 (MSG)
“It’s not good to eat too much honey, and it’s not good to seek honors for yourself.” Proverbs 25:27
- Honor In
“Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?” Amos 3:3
“I also tell you this: If two of you agree here on earth concerning anything you ask, my Father in heaven will do it for you.” Matthew 18:19
- Honor
“If you love those who love you …what reward will you get?…If you greet only your brothers…what are you doing more than others? Don’t even pagans do that?” Matthew 5:46