Living In The Light

Submit or Surrender

Ephesians 1. Believing Children Are to Obey Their Parents (vv. 1–3)

“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger” (Pr. 15:1).

“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones” (Pr. 16:24).

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof” (Pr. 18:21).

Role of the Husband

QUESTIONS:

1. What can parents do to teach their children obedience?

2. What can parents do to teach their children to honor adults?

3. What are some things parents are guilty of that cause disobedience and lack of respect?

4. Was there a time when you were verbally abused or witnessed verbal abuse? How did getting yelled at make you feel?

5. Do you worry about verbally abusing your children? What can you do to guard your mouth?

Leadership Ministries Worldwide. (2010). Ephesians (p. 188). Chattanooga, TN: Leadership Ministries Worldwide.