In this next instalment of our Kingdom Series, Rosie looks at the kingdom principle of honour. Rosie unpacks the connection between honour and authority in the kingdom and the importance of understanding and walking in honour both towards each other in the church and towards those in positions of authority in our wider world. 

In chapter 10 of the gospel of Matthew, Jesus tells his disciples that there is a reward attached to the kingdom principle of honour. Jesus sends them out to minister with authority in his name and tells them that, anyone who receives them also receives him, and anyone who receives him receives the one (Father) who sent Him. 

In the next sentence Jesus then goes on to tell them, “anyone who receives a prophet in the name of a prophet will receive a prophet’s reward; and anyone who receives a righteous person in the name of a righteous person will receive a righteous person’s reward”. Then finally, whoever receives any of his disciple and gives, “these little ones even a cup of cold water to drink, shall not lose their reward.” (Matthew 10:40-42)

Practicing hospitality, walking in honour, letting go of familiarity and recognising the grace and God given authority on our leaders and on the lives of other believers, are some of the key’s to us accessing these kingdom rewards.