Honouring our parents - Exodus 20:12

About this episode

Pastor Ian Crooks explores the meaning of honoring parents as outlined in Exodus 20:12 and its application in family relationships.

What does it mean to honour your father and mother? In Honouring Our Parents , Pastor Ian Crooks explores Exodus 20:12 and the first commandment that governs our relationships with others. In a culture that often prizes independence and self-determination, God calls His people to honor the parents He has placed in their lives. This sermon examines the meaning of biblical honor, the blessing attached to this commandment, and how it applies not only to children, but to adults as well. It also considers how we can faithfully obey this command in difficult family situations while ultimately honoring God above all. 📖 Passage: Exodus 20:12 🎙️ Sermon Title: Honouring Our Parents 📍 Free Grace Vernon Whether you are a parent, a child, or somewhere in between, this message offers practical wisdom and gospel-centered encouragement for family relationships. #Exodus20 #HonourYourFatherAndMother #TenCommandments #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #FreeGraceVernon #IanCrooks #Family #Parenting #Faith #JesusChrist

People in this episode

Host: Ian Crooks

Topics covered

• honoring parents
• biblical honor
• family relationships
• Christian teachings
• Exodus 20:12
• gospel-centered encouragement

Keywords

• honor your father and mother
• Exodus 20
• Christian sermon
• family
• parenting
• faith
• Bible teaching

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Honouring Our Parents, Exodus 20:12, Ten Commandments

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