Scripture text: Ephesians 6:1-3

Why Should Children Obey Their Parents?

1. They are Christians - v.1

*Paul assumes that he is writing to Christian children

Do your children know Christ?

Romans 3:10, 23; 5:8, 12; 6:23; 10:9-10

John 3:16; 14:6

Ephesians 5:21

2. Obedience is right - v.1b

3. Obedience is commanded - v.2a

Deuteronomy 5:16; Romans 8:1-5

Colossians 3:8-14

4. Obedience brings blessing - v.3

Exodus 20:12; Colossians 3:20

Sin always robs

Obedience always enriches

Romans 1:28-30; 2 Timothy 3:1-5; Ephesians 4:32