Daily Walk Through the New Testament
January 9
Read Colossians 3:18:4:18

Today’s passage teaches us how to walk wisely in all of our relationships. Instructions are given to wives, husbands, children, fathers, servants, and masters. There are even words of instruction about how to treat those who are outside the faith.
We live in a world that values the youth culture and increasingly seems to be devaluing older members of society. Scripture teaches us to obey our parents and honor them because it is pleasing to the Lord (3:20). Sometimes we apply a scripture like this to  the days when we were living in the household of our parents and think once we leave their care we no longer have any responsibility. However, honoring our parents is a lifelong responsibility. It is beautiful when Christians live out their faith by serving parents who are growing older, experiencing poor health, and approaching death. In a world with diminishing moral fiber, we need more men & women demonstrating their faith by caring for the ones who cared for them, even during difficult seasons of life.
How have you honored your parents lately? How will you serve and show respect for other people in your life today?