'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
The way we relate to our parents changes over the course of our lives.
It can be hard to adapt to different seasons and situations.
Jesus chose to honor the Father even when it was hard.
'Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.' - Ephesians 5:1-2
'Then he said to them, “My soul is very sorrowful, even to death; remain here, and watch with me.” And going a little farther he fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.”' - Matthew 26:38-39
Choose honor when you relate: evaluate, consider the weight, then add grace to the plate.
“Honor your father and mother…” - Ephesians 6:2
'“Honor your father and your mother…' - Exodus 20:12
'Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.” - Ephesians 5:1
God blesses us when we bless our parents.
“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 6:2-3