This week in our powerful Top Ten series, Pastor Melissa dives into Commandment #5: “Honor your father and your mother” (Exodus 20:12). But what does honor really mean? Is it blind obedience—or something deeper?
In this heartfelt and honest message, we explore how honoring our parents reflects our obedience to God while navigating real-life tensions like boundaries, forgiveness, and legacy. Whether your relationship with your parents is thriving, broken, or somewhere in between, this message offers biblical truth, healing, and hope.
Key Points Covered:
Honoring doesn't mean enabling harmful behavior
Boundaries are godly, wise, and healthy
Forgiveness and honor can exist even without full reconciliation
Honoring your parents redeems legacy and reflects your submission to God
Scriptures Highlighted:
Exodus 20:12
Proverbs 4:23, 15:1
Ephesians 6:1
Colossians 3:13
Romans 12:7
Let God use this message to bring healing, restoration, and understanding as we live out His Word in every relationship.
If today’s message spoke to you, let us know in the comments. We’d love to pray with you and walk with you—because at Cross Church, no one walks alone.
