Colossians 3:18-19. "Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them." MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITY. Parents must be respected when they follow the Lord - Even though they may not be perfect in deed and word; Because God has given them the responsibility to bear - Of providing for the children and for them to care.
A father has been designated as the head of the home - Final responsibility for everyone to him will come.
To obey him is wise as he and your mother Usually discuss the family needs with one another.
As a child you have to trust them even though you may not like The decisions they come to or the course you must take. Just remember that you are pleasing the Lord, Even though you may not agree with every decision and word.
Children deserve respect for they are humans like you. They just haven't experienced yet; all you have passed through. Be sure and don't embitter them; handle them with care. The future you have guided them to, is the one you will share.
Nagging and criticism are often self-defeating. Constantly correcting, and constantly repeating, Doesn't give a clear message - it is a mistake, To not plainly define what you mean when first you speak.
It will frustrate both parents and children, if they lose respect. Discouragement and defeat are what will come next. When both communicate in love and in faith - it is then, The harmony of family living will be a blessing to them.
"Father, the effect of proper and improper parenting is easy to be seen. The obedience and disobedience of children is also not able to be hidden. Grant the petition of Thy servant for his family - that both parents and children will honor the Lord. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen."