Words of Encouragement

 

September - 16 - 2007

 

In an age where respect is little known and even less practiced, showing honor for those who are older is often overlooked. Yet, by the Lord's own word, showing respect for the elderly ranks right up there with reverencing God. The first four commandments found in Exodus 20 were directed at our relationship with Him! Then we see the first commandment directed at our relationship with others, the 5th commandment that God gave Moses, was to honor our parents.

The Scripture reading for today is from Leviticus 19:32.

You shall rise up before the gray headed and honor the aged, and you shall revere your God; I am the Lord.

Let us pray.

Holy and Eternal God, thank you for our parents in the flesh and in the faith. Please give those who have been our spiritual mentors a special blessing. Without their guidance, we're not sure where we would have ended up. Help us as we grow older to not only mature, but to also gain the character that will be needed by those whom you have placed before us to influence. May we, young and old alike, restore dignity and respect to our relationships before you in our generation.

In Jesus' name we pray.

Amen.

 

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