1st Peter 2:17. “Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.” HONOR, LOVE, RESPECT. I’m in the world and will be till the Lord calls me home; So, I am going to interact with people where I go and come. There is a degree of dignity that is found in every man. I can show honor without deceit and bless him in Jesus’ name.
Those who are in God’s family have a special link to me. Often when first meeting a believer we find we enjoy their company. Whether I see the saints often, or only meet once then leave. There is a special bond in Christ that all God’s children have.
Whenever I hear God’s name or speak His name myself – There is a certain attitude toward Him that is not hard to tell. He deserves the highest respect and always our reverence – For God is the Highest of the high; even down to giving me breath.
It is right to honor our leader, or at least the office he fills. God has put him in office, putting in or out as He wills. It is right to honor the king even though he ignores the Lord – I can do nothing but pray for him and make sure that I fear God.
“O God, in this world of billions of people, I know it is important that courtesy is a part of the way I live. To fear Thee, seems to come naturally. To love Christians seems to have been built in since You saved me. To honor all men and arrogant kings is hard to do. Please help me to keep my voice silent when I do not agree with the wrong, I can do nothing about. Give me the grace to show honor when I can. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”