How can we practically honor the Son in our daily lives? Honoring the Son—John 5:23 “that all may honor the Son as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.” Why Honor Matters • The Father ties our relationship with Him directly to our regard for Jesus. • Honoring the Son is never optional; it is the pulse of genuine faith. Embrace His Lordship • Begin each morning confessing, “Jesus, You are Lord of today.” • Philippians 2:10-11 reminds us that every knee will bow—start now, willingly. Reflect His Character • Let love, humility, and truth govern your interactions (John 13:34-35). • Galatians 2:20: live as one whom Christ indwells, letting His life shape yours. Obey His Words • John 14:15: “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • Make a simple habit: read a Gospel command, write one action step, carry it out the same day. Represent Him to Others • Colossians 3:17: do and say everything “in the name of the Lord Jesus.” • Look for natural moments—work emails, family texts, friendly chats—to weave in His name with respect and sincerity. Worship Him Wholeheartedly • Hebrews 13:15 urges continual praise; sing, speak, or quietly thank Him throughout the day. • Guard against “auto-pilot” worship; pause, picture the risen Christ, then sing or pray. Depend on Him Daily • John 15:5: “apart from Me you can do nothing.” • Turn routine tasks into whispered prayers for strength—commutes, workouts, meetings. Guard His Name • Refuse casual or irreverent use of “Jesus” or “Christ.” • Correct gently when His name is misused, modeling reverence (Exodus 20:7). Serve in His Spirit • Matthew 25:40—serving “the least of these” is serving Him. • Schedule one intentional act of service each week and dedicate it to Christ. Anticipate His Return • Titus 2:13 calls us to live “while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” • End your day asking, “If Jesus returned tonight, would He find me honoring Him?” Daily Recap 1. Declare His lordship. 2. Mirror His character. 3. Obey promptly. 4. Speak His name with honor. 5. Praise continually. 6. Rely on His power. 7. Guard His reputation. 8. Serve intentionally. 9. Live expectantly. Honor the Son in these ways, and you will honor the Father who sent Him. |
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