Sunday, August 20, 2023
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother” (this is the first commandment with a promise), “that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land.” —Ephesians 6:1-3
Children
- God’s
- Parents have wisdom
- God
Reflection question - How does knowing God ordained your family change the way you see them?
Obedience leads to blessing
- First commandment with a
- All
- We must
Helpful scriptures - John 14:15, 1 Peter 1:14, Psalm 119:30, Exodus 19:5, Proverbs 6:20
Christ our model
- Obedience in
- His obedience is our
Reflection question - When we look at the earthly life of Jesus, we see a clear pattern of obedience to God’s will. Who are people in your life you can seek guidance and prayer on helping you obey God’s will in your life?
From now on…
- Stop disparaging your parents