The Children's Responsibility to the Parents

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The New Testament binds a great responsibility on children when it says in Ephesians 6, verses 1-3, "Children obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;) that it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth". The key words are "honor" and "obey". There is no time limit on this. God does not free a child from this responsibility simply because he has now gone to college or is married. A child in the earliest years of adulthood makes a tragic mistake by neglecting his parents.

It is necessary that we say something about the word "obey". Children are to obey their parents "in the Lord". One must never forget that his allegiance to God comes before any man. That includes government, companions and parents. The early apostles expressed it well when they were commanded not to preach in the name of Christ. They responded by saying in Acts 5, verse 29, "We ought to obey God rather than men".

The term "obey your parents" indicates that the parents have laid down some laws or provided some instruction to guide the children. This is what is meant by the wise man when he said in Proverbs 22, verse 6, "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old he will not depart from it". It is understood then that the law is to be obeyed by the child is that which will make him a fine, decent, responsible person. Instructions of parents should be revered by children beyond the parents death. No time limit then on "Children obey your parents in the Lord" Ephesians 6:1. The other word that stands out so predominantly in the children's responsibility to their parents is the word "honor". The Bible says in Ephesians 6, verse 2, "Honor thy father and mother".

This responsibility deals with the child's attitude and respect toward parents. Webster's New World Dictionary says of the word honor, it is "High regard of great respect given". "Something done or given as a token of respect". The home for centuries has provided an environment for one to learn all of the ABC's of Christian living. It is in the home that seeds of character can be sown and given an opportunity to flourish. The great principles of God are to be taught, practiced and cultivated in the home. The child who has learned to honor parents can then effectively show high regard toward his fellow man. He later can easily show respect for a companion and his own children.
It is important that we pause to say that parents have the responsibility to provide the proper atmosphere in the home so that the child can develop an appreciation for law and order given by parents. Such an environment will cause children to rise up and call their parents "blessed". The example of parents set in honoring and loving one another is far-reaching in the heart and life-pattern of the child. When a child cannot see parents love, respect and honor one another, it is extremely difficult for him to rise above this obstacle and honor those that do not honor themselves. Remember, in order to manifest honor towards others, you must respect yourself.

Christ provides us with an example in all things. Having returned from the visit to the city of Jerusalem at the age of 12, the Bible says that Christ, "was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart. And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man" Luke 2, verses 51,52. Christ was obedient to his parents. His affection and respect for his mother was manifested from the cross. He was concerned about her care and well-being. He gave this responsibility to the beloved Apostle John (John 19:25-27). You shall always be children in the eyes of your parents and in the eyes of the Lord. Your response to the commandment, "Obey your parents" and "Honor thy father and thy mother", will be a pretty good yardstick measuring how well you will obey your Lord and give Him honor through faithful worship.

The child's responsibility is a lifetime achievement, an achievement that will be richly blessed in all walks of life. In the words of Ephesians Chapter 6, it is the first commandment with promise.

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11 ways and free way to say I LOVE YOU

To strengthen unions, marriage experts advise couples to "make weekly dates" or "go away on a couple's weekend." Those are great ideas, but let's be realistic: how often can busy couples expect to drop everything and get away? These 11 quick and simple ways to express love let busy couples rekindle romance among the chaos of everyday life.

Scapbooking

1. Embrace your past. Assemble a scrapbook together, pull out your wedding video, or write your own personal romance story. Reliving special memories together is a great way to strengthen your bond.

pillow fight

2. Be kids together. Have a pillow fight, challenge each other to a game of hopscotch, or cuddle on the couch and laugh as you watch cartoons.

wrapped around

3. Wrap your mate in love. While your sweetie showers, sneak his towel into the dryer, and as he steps out, wrap him in fluffy warmth. Or use the same idea to warm her feet when she snuggles in bed on a chilly autumn night.


 

4. Speak the languages of love. Surprise your "amante" (Italian for "lover") with some international sweet talk. Access an exhaustive list of ways to say "I love you" in different languages at www.electpress.com/loveandromance/iloveyou.htm.

Spell it

5. Write love notes to each other. Spell it out in his oatmeal with raisins, on her dashboard with yarn, or use lipstick on your bathroom mirror. Compose your own poem, borrow a verse from Song of Songs, or just write "I love you."

Whisper is the best

6. Turn on the charm. Who says you have to stop flirting once you're married? At your next party, wink at him across a crowded room, or slip your arm around her as you make social small talk. That personal connection amid the crowd is like saying, "This is great, but I'd rather be with you!"


7. Connect online. E-mail your spouse throughout the day, just to say you're thinking of him. Facebooking or twitter is a great tool now a days.

 

8. Remember the little things. When you step in to help with the day-to-day "drudge" chores—making dinner, bathing the kids—your spouse knows she's appreciated and loved. And completing a chore for your sweetie frees more time and energy for the two of you to enjoy other activities together.




9. Send it snail mail. Take time to write an encouraging note, slap a stamp on it, and mail it. Your spouse will love the surprise—especially since it won't be a credit card bill or junk mail!
 



10. Celebrate everything. Most couples celebrate the anniversary of their marriage or first date, but how about the anniversary of your engagement, or first kiss? (If you don't remember, make it up!) There have been all kinds of milestones throughout your relationship, so mark each one with flowers, a card, or a romantic interlude.

11. Just say it. Your spouse needs to hear those three simple words daily. Whisper it, sing it, shout it. Say it

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Happy Anniversary

Babe, looking year back when we exchanged vows in front of God and witnessed by our family and friends. That was the most happiest, comedy,suspense and dramatic moment of my life

Babe, We've been friends for almost 4yrs now, my boyfriend for 1year and 7 months. My fiancé for 6months and now we are celebrating our one year of Marriage. This morning we are throwing a joke “Yes babe for one year we survive” now we need to be in our next journey.

Being with you for a year time you never failed to surprise, You flew away From France to Philippines on the day of my birthday, 10 October 2009.

I know it sounds cliche, but as soon as I saw you, I knew that you were "the one". That feeling was reaffirmed the next day,in 11 October 2009, you proposed (finally) on my 26th birthday celebration, in front of my entire family. Its surprising cause its in tagalog , I bet you practice it in the plane, RIGHT? I said to myself this is it, do I need to be choissy? ^__^
The funny line you asked me, if do I want to learn French kiss?... LOL! I just laughed

Then you left again, that was the moment I've been so afraid to loose someone, More Questions of WHAT IF? We struggled much, being far from each other. We've also had share our hard times, But your true to your word. Your faith is really indeed.

29 January you came back, WOW! what a relieved.


19th of February 2010, our civil marriage, our journey as one has started. I discovered many things and same as you to me.

love your child like ways, I love how you make noise with your Piano,
I love it when you are calmer than me.
Your positive views subordinate my negative view, which makes me more stronger.

My Church Wedding

08 March 2010-You said it is the most important dates, because we are going to asked the blessing of God, and that day again Oh my! Oh my! what a surprise. You are singing while I am walking down the aisle.
I remember, can't even walked that moment; Admitting I complained who's that wedding singer, then suddenly I recognized your voice, "Teary eyes"

Departure

21 April 2010 – you left again, but this one was different the feeling was more intimate, You went back in France with smile in your face and a hoping I can with you soon. Your faith gives me hope.

14 June 2010,  When I arrived in France with a joy in my heart. Its now lovers in Paris. Thanks for the effort even you have worked you searched me still.

I am better

I experienced culture shocks,language barrier, home sickness and loneliness but honestly, I would not have survived if it wasn't for you. Just your presence can steady my world in an instant. Just knowing you're here, with me makes everything all right.

I feel better whenever you we're besides me. Your warm embrace and comfort eases the sadness I have. The way you tell you understand my emotion is a big help.

And, I love how you ALWAYS, ALWAYS put me first. I love how you're always thinking of ways to surprise me...whether it's a cake you bake, some flowers or by cleaning the room.

I love how you listen, I mean really listen, to me. I love how you put such careful thought into what you get me for my birthday, Christmas,

my birthday

our suppose to be first New years eve/ day together, sadly you have work, I already assumed I will be lonely that moment, but again your effort was fantastic just to make me feel I am with you, Valentines

and even our date every month you have different style to surprise me. (typical romantic French guy) You make me feel good, beautiful, sexy and special. I love you being like that.

I love it when you tell me you love me everyday. We experienced mis- understanding but never had a chance to fight. LOL! I will not wait for that day,

We are compatible because we are the same:

No, I just know we are the perfect two,

You eat only egg white, I love egg yolk
You don't eat chicken skin, I love it much (we don't have reason to fight)
You hate shopping, I love it (If we both love it maybe we have nothing left in our accnt)
You love Anime, I love my tele-novelas ( we don't share the same computer)
We love to cook, We love to eat
But I know one thing for sure "We have the same God"

There are many things to discover about us,characters, beliefs and etc... While we are still alive it won't stop discovering new things and learning from it.

I can't even count how many times we asked this question , If we are old are we still the same? We always say Oui, (Yes) babe more sweeter than ever! (with action of being old) The favorite tag line "What can you do without me? the same answer "NOTHING BABE" something is missing if I did things without you, Well, corny! thats affirmation for us. I love this feeling falling in love with same guy everyday.(that is YOU)

I love that you work so hard to give me a good life.

You're my best friend.

You're my rock.
You're a blessing from above

You're my lover
You're my problem-solver.

You're a man with faith.
You're my husband.

And, you are exactly what "home" feels like.
Aside for being your wife, I never wish for anything else aside for being a good mother to our children in the near future.

I love you happy anniversary

 

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My Family

Family quarrels have a total bitterness unmatched by others. Yet it sometimes happens that they also have a kind of tang, a pleasantness beneath the unpleasantness, based on the tacit understanding that this is not for keeps; that any limb you climb out on will still be there later for you to climb back.They don't go by any rules. They're not like aches or wounds; they're more like splits in the skin that won't heal because there's not enough material



The family. We were a strange little band of characters trudging through life sharing diseases and toothpaste, coveting one another's desserts, hiding shampoo, borrowing money, locking each other out of our rooms, inflicting pain and kissing to heal it in the same instant, loving, laughing, defending, and trying to figure out the common thread that bound us all together.


Home is the place where boys and girls first learn how to limit their wishes, abide by rules, and consider the rights and needs of others.


I know why families were created with all their imperfections. They humanize you. They are made to make you forget yourself occasionally, so that the beautiful balance of life is not destroyed.


No matter, How many quotes about family I wrote, I discovered I am blessed to have my first family a loving parents, siblings, nephews, nieces, sister-in law-... Imperfection flows to us but in the end off the day, A hug is enough and smile...

Now I am making my own Family, surely I do the best as it can be, because thats the way I've been thought.


I miss them much..

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