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NASB | Matthew 23:9 "Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 23:9 "Do not call anyone on earth [who guides you spiritually] your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. |
Subject: So, to honor lies in married adulthood? |
Bible Note: I think that in this type of situation, to "honor" ones parents would mean to simply treat them with respect. I understand that the parents have acted dishonorably, but as children of God, we are to continue to treat them with honor and respect. Under the circumstances, I think what is called for is a loving confrontation. However, if they refuse to acknowledge their wrongdoing and continue with their behavior, you are required to continue treating them with respect. No retaliation, no backbiting, no namecalling, etc. You can, of course, defend yourselves. It's okay to tell people that something they have heard about you isn't true, just don't badmouth the parents in return. You certainly aren't required to visit them every Sunday and take them to the Senior's luncheon--in fact, you can even tell them that as long as they continue to treat you this way, you will not socialize with them. But you MUST treat them with honor and respect--it's required of all of us. |