Many proverbs deal with the relationship of respect and honor with parents and children. A lot can be learned about how children should act towards their parents. The other counsel is wise also, many things my parents instructed me about.
- Do not waste your father. (Pro. 19:26)
- Do not shame your father. (Pro 19:26)
- Do not bring shame on your mother. (Pro 19:26)
- Do not listen to bad instruction. (Pro. 19:27)
- Know that wine is a mocker. (Pro. 20:1)
- Keep a good conscience. (Pro. 20:7)
- Do not curse your father or mother. (Pro. 20:20)
- Glory in your strength (Pro. 20:29)
- Value a good name. (Pro. 22:1)
- Be not a glutton. (Pro. 23:1-3)
When we read proverbial wisdom, the first application should always be to self. Proverbs are good to apply to ourselves before we share them. For example, if you are concerned about someone’s health as it applies to weight gain, to tell them the Bible says not to be a glutton would be rude and insensitive. After all, we are gluttons about TV and video games and gossip and sports and exercise, etc. etc. and gluttons for punishment too, usually by choice in all these areas. When we point one finger there are three others pointing back to us. Never beat people with proverbs. Gently expose people to truth, or by your own example.
In Him,
Pastor Fred
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