Just a couple of days ago I heard my older son say something he shouldn't have. When I asked him if he said what I thought he said, he responded, "Yes mom, I did say that, I'm sorry". After I redirected Jordan I asked him if he loved God. He shook his head up and down while his eyes were looking down.
I told him that it's not enough to say that you love God, you must also live a life that honors God by the way you walk, speak and treat others.
"Honor the Lord for the glory of His name. Worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness." Psalms 29:2
We also need to teach our kids to honor others regardless of who they are or how they treat you.
"Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other." Romans 12:10
We need to honor people because they have been created in God's image. There is no one greater than the other. We are brothers and sisters in Christ and all contribute in our own unique way to Christ church.
Parents, we also need to honor our children. Love them for who they are, treat them the same way you would like to be treated. Yes, we are their authority but just as God (our authority) honors us with his love, mercy and grace, so should we honor our children.
Let us pray for our kids, that they may grow to be men and women who honor others and above all God.
May You, Lord, bestow favor and honor upon _________________. (Psalm 4:11)
May ________________ honor You with his wealth and with the first fruits of all his produce. (Proverbs 3:9)
May _______________ honor everyone and love the brotherhood. May he fear you and honor his leaders. (1 Peter 2:17)
May ___________ honor his father and mother, for this is the first commandment with a promise. (Ephesians 6:2)
Love your kids on purpose!
Sarah
Mom After God
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