“My dad recently turned 90 years old and his physical capabilities are
fading. He can still move around with his walker, but he needs someone to cook
his meals and help him with other tasks.
My older brother Steve and his wife Judy lived close to him, so they
decided to move in with Dad to care for him. Wanting to help in some way, my
wife and I flew across the country to help out a bit by watching Dad while my
brother and his wife had some time away together. We enjoyed our time with my
father and were glad to ease Steve and Judy’s load—even if it was only for a
few days” (D.F. – american writer).
The Bible says to “honor your father and mother” (Eph. 6:2). One New Testament commentary says that to honor someone is to “treat
him with the deference, respect, reverence, kindness, courtesy, and obedience
which his station in life . . . demands.”
For young children, this means obeying parents. For teenagers, it
indicates showing respect for Mom and Dad even if you think you know more than
they do. For young adults, this means including your parents in your life. And
for those in middle-age and beyond, it means making sure that parents are cared
for as they move into old age or their health declines.
How can you honor your parents this week?
Honoring our parents has no age limit. (RBC)
