EXODUS 20:12 "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you."
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12
The words from God. The very commandment given unto us, His children. The fifth commandment. What better reminder than Mother’s Day? This commandment which should be infused into our very being, and written on our hearts, should be put into practice everyday of our lives. Let alone on a national day of “honoring” our Mother.
The Lord wants us as children, to above all else, “honor and respect and love Him.” And, a very big part of that would be walking in obedience to His word, and that would encompass the commandments as well. Essentially it should be inherent in our fiber to want to show our love and respect for our Mothers. Disrespect, and dishonorable behavior would be an abomination in God’s eyes. It would make Him sad, and cause issues for us. The Laws of the spirit are vital, and still hold true today.
Many might lament, “it is not the way it was in the old days.'” Or, “It doesn’t matter any longer, that was before the New Testament.” Unfortunately, it’s so easy to be mislead if one isn’t properly informed. The truth will set us free, as it has been told of old, and the truth is, God is still on the throne today. He is the same and has never changed. That commandment is still in effect. As are the rest of the commandments given to us.
Jesus’ mother Mary, was blessed of all women. “And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.”
Luke 1:28 (NKJV)
She was chosen to carry the Christ, our Savior. She was humble, and obedient…and never shied away from her purpose in doing and performing God’s will. “And she spake out with a loud voice, and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”
Luke 1:42 (NKJV)
She was a young girl who obeyed God over all else. She was a virgin who moved and walked in compliance to God’s will. And after the difficult moments of announcing her “condition” to Joseph her betrothed, and her parents…God sent His angel to smooth the way for Mary. God always near and ready to protect and vindicate His children who walk in faith and obedience. We honor you today too Mary, and offer our respect for your love and obedience. And, for being the chosen one to be the mother of Jesus Christ. “And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.” Luke 1:46-48 (NKJV)
We thank you Lord for creating us. For providing us with your protection, and love. For knowing us and loving us before we were in our mother’s womb. For being with us and giving us perspective on all things. And, for never leaving us or forsaking us. For giving us your promises, and never faltering on them. And, for giving us the privilege of “Honoring You and loving You” and serving you all the days of our lives.
A special thanks to all of the mother’s out there today. We appreciate all that you represent, and all that you do. We thank you for kissing our “boo-boo” and wiping away “our tears.” We thank you for your dedication and patience in raising us. Some were more of a handful than others. Thank you “Mom.”
And, thank you GOD for giving us our mom’s. We will walk in obedience to your commandments and Honor our Mother and Father all the days of our lives.
But, most especially – We LOVE and Honor You, Almighty God.
1 Chronicles 22:19 (NKJV) ” Now set your heart and your soul to seek the Lord your God.”
Deuteronomy 4:2 (NKJV) “You shall not add to the word which I command you, nor take from it, that you may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you.”
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Amen. And Amen. Praise God.
Yes. Praise God. And thank you Lord for your commandments. Those commandments which help us to live our lives according to Your laws, and according to Your ways, and Your will. Amen~