Honor One Another
Last week we covered Love One Another and we said that all the other One Anothers are specific ways to love one another. Today we look at Romans 12:10 to outdo one another in showing honor. Pastor Nate explained the analogy of the valuable vase vs. a plain vase and the front-row seat vs. the rest of the seating; and how we honor differently during these situations. The Greek word for honor can mean: honor, respect, Esteem value, recognition, and dignity. Why honor others? 1. People are made in God’s image; 2. God commands it; 3. It reflects Christ’s example; 4. Love requires honor; 5. Honor promotes peace and unity; 6. Different roles deserve honor; 7. Honoring others honors God. What are the results of honoring one another? Greater love and unity, peaceful relationships, a testimony to the world, receiving honor from God. May every moment of our lives bring honor to God, and this happens when we love others by honoring people who are made in God’s image.
Scriptures referenced: Romans 12:9-10; John 13:35-35; 1 Peter 2:17; Philippians 2:3-4; Genesis 13:8-9; 1 Samuel 24:1-7 dn 26:7-12; Genesis 1:27; Romans 12:10; 1 Peter 2:17; Romans 12:18; Exodus 20:12; Leviticus 19:32; Romans 13:7; 1 Timothy 5:17; 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:21-33; Proverbs 14:31; Philippians 2:3; 1 Corinthians 12:21-26; Romans 12:18; John 13:35; 1 Samuel 2:30.
