Lecture: Respect and Disrespect in Children

Introduction

• Speaker: Captain Emmanuel of IUIC Arkansas
• Topic: Respect and disrespect in relation to children

Biblical References on Respect

• Exodus 20:12: Commandment to honor father and mother for a prolonged life.
  • Definition of honor: High respect, great esteem.
• Proverbs 30:11: Current generation curses parents, contrary to biblical teachings.

Disrespectful Generation

• 2 Timothy 3:1-2: In the last days, individuals will be disobedient to parents.

Biblical Consequences of Disrespect

• Exodus 21:17: Cursing parents warrants death.
• Exodus 21:15: Striking parents warrants death, reflecting ultimate disrespect.
• Deuteronomy 21:18-21: Example of dealing with a rebellious child:
  • A stubborn son, despite chastening, is brought to the city elders for corrective measures.

Addressing Disrespect Today

• Proverbs 30:17: Disrespectful children face dire consequences.
• Sirach 3:3-6:
  • Honoring parents atones for sins and brings joy and treasure.
  • Respect and obedience towards parents are essential.

Importance of Respect

• Sirach 7:27-28: Remembering the sacrifices of parents; cannot fully repay them.
• 2 Maccabees 7:27: Mothers endure considerable hardships for their children.

Duty to Parents

• Tobit 4:3-4: Honor mother all life, do not grieve her, consider the dangers she faced during childbirth.
• Sirach 3:12-15:
  • Support aging parents, practice patience.
  • Respect for parents leads to divine rewards.

Respect for Elders

• Leviticus 19:32: Rise and honor the elderly.
• Isaiah 3:5: Current generation disrespects elders.

Consequences of Mocking Elders

• 2 Kings 2:23-24: Mocking elders can result in severe divine punishment.

General Respect Guidelines

• Sirach 8:6: Do not dishonor elders as we too will age.
• Proverbs 20:11: Children are accountable for their actions; need correction.

Conclusion

• Children must learn respect towards parents and elders.
• Respect is vital for community and personal growth.

Additional Messages

• Importance of unity, family, and community role models.
• Encouragement to view Sabbath classes on IUIC TV for further learning.