A. That I honor, love, and be loyal to my father and mother and all those in authority over me, that I obey and submit to them, as is proper, when they correct and punish me; and also that I be patient with their failings - for through them God chooses to rule us.
"Sadly with the reign of youth-ism comes a disrespect for older generations. Instead of thinking, "This person is older and probably has something to teach me that I don't know yet," we figure, "This person is old and out of date and funny looking and weak and is best ignored." Older folks deserve better, especially Mom and Dad. Even into old age we must honor our parents. We should visit them, listen to their advice, and see they are well cared for later in life. Honor for parents has no statute of limitations."
"I doubt that many of us regularly feel convicted by the Fifth Commandment, but we probably should. How are we really doing? Do we joyfully submit to parents, husbands, and the rule of the law? Are we patient with pastors and senators and middle managers? Do we give glad respect to denominational executives, committee chairpersons, and department heads? Do we ever consider their feelings and desires above our own when making plans for the holidays? Would we be happy if our young children treated us like we, now grown, treat our parents?"
The Good News We Almost Forgot, Kevin DeYoung, Moody Publishers, 2010, pp. 184m 186-187.
Thank you for sharing this truth. What a blessing to read this and think about it. I do agree that "youth-ism" has overtaken much of the church today. Sadly there is segregation by ages in church now rather than a true integration of all age levels. May God draw the church as a whole back to the foundation which is His Word. Blessings to you!
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