How can we honor leaders?
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Have you discovered the weaknesses of your parents, mate, children, pastors, employers, or politicians? I bet you have, and it may have made it more difficult to respect and honor them. It’s interesting that God does not give us another option. We are commanded to honor, honor, and honor others.
The Bible says, “Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.” (Romans 13:7, NIV) It even says, “The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching.” (1 Timothy 5:17, NIV) Our teachers and pastors are worthy of double honor. Wow! Let’s face the facts—our elders and leaders are not perfect, but they deserve to be honored.
So, how can we honor them without entering into denial or deception? The answer is quite simple, and it’s found in Genesis: “Noah, a man of the soil, proceeded to plant a vineyard. When he drank some of its wine, he became drunk and lay uncovered inside his tent. Ham, the father of Canaan, saw his father naked and told his two brothers outside. But Shem and Japheth took a garment and laid it across their shoulders; then they walked in backward and covered their father’s naked body. Their faces were turned the other way so that they would not see their father naked.” (Genesis 9:20-23, NIV) Noah’s actions saved the human race, but he was flawed. He could’ve been exposed as a drunk and fool, but his children covered him.
So here’s my personal honor plan that has helped me in some pretty tough situations:
- Be aware that God uses imperfect people like you and me.
- Be aware that God’s call has to be honored and respected. David said not to touch the Lord’s anointed. “He said to his men, ‘The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD’s anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the LORD.’” (1 Samuel 24:6, NIV)
- Don’t judge a leader’s motives. “‘Do not judge, or you too will be judged.’” (Matthew 7:1, NIV)
- Cover leaders in love and prayer: “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” (1 Peter 4:8, NIV)
- Give them honor, respect, and appreciation.
I hope my honor plan helps you fulfill the Lord’s commandment. I believe you will model this attitude to others because you are a miracle.
Thank you for the message and I pray and thank the Lord for saving us from sin. Praise the Lord for being with us through out our day. Amen and God bless you.
I will try to keep in mind and incorporate your “Honor Plan” throughout my day! Thanks brother
Thank you for inspirational message. It really strenghtens my biblical understanding and gives me clue on how to interpret biblical situation to our present situation. I believe that by the end of this course, I’m going to experience God’s miracle. I prayer that God may do the same to others. Amen !
I needed this message. Thank you.
This is encouraging and challenging at the same time! Honor your leaders, elders and parents! God help me to do just that!
Thank you for today’s message.
The Lord’s continued blessings and favor be upon you. Thank you for this blessed reminder and plan to walk according to our Lord’s will.
Thanks for the biblical instructions, not to judge, but honor, honor leaders. Of course God equips the called, so they need to be respected.
Blessings.
Thank you for these guidelines! ??????
Recently I have been mindful of the strain this past year has put on our Christian leadership, primarily, pastors. For those who have endeavored to abide by the official Covid-19 guidelines, some have been criticized and no doubt this has stressed them even further. I really appreciated today’s devotional, and want to uphold them in prayer and practise.