Ephesians 6:1

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Children, you belong to the Lord, and you do the right thing when you obey your parents. The first commandment with a promise says,

Cross References

Genesis 28:7

and that he had obeyed his father and mother.

Genesis 37:13

his father Jacob said to him, “I want you to go to your brothers. They are with the sheep near Shechem.” “Yes, sir,” Joseph answered.

Genesis 48:12

Then Joseph made his sons move away from Jacob's knees, and Joseph bowed down in front of him with his face to the ground.

Genesis 50:12

So Jacob's sons did just as their father had instructed.

Nehemiah 9:13

At Sinai you came down from heaven, and you gave your people good laws and teachings that are fair and honest.

Esther 2:20

He had told Esther never to tell anyone that she was a Jew, and she obeyed him, just as she had always done.

Job 33:27

When that happens, we tell everyone, “I sinned and did wrong, but God forgave me

Psalm 119:128

I follow all your commands, but I hate anyone who leads me astray.

Psalm 119:75

Your decisions are correct, and you were right to punish me.

Psalm 19:8

The LORD's instruction is right; it makes our hearts glad. His commands shine brightly, and they give us light.

Proverbs 1:8

My child, obey the teachings of your parents,

Proverbs 23:22

Pay attention to your father, and don't neglect your mother when she grows old.

Proverbs 30:11

Some people curse their father and even their mother;

Proverbs 30:17

Don't make fun of your father or disobey your mother— crows will peck out your eyes, and vultures will eat the rest of you.

Proverbs 6:20

Obey the teaching of your parents—

Jeremiah 35:14

from the Rechabite clan. Their ancestor Jonadab told his descendants never to drink wine, and to this very day they have obeyed him. But I have spoken to you over and over, and you haven't obeyed me!

Jeremiah 35:18

Then the LORD told me to say to the Rechabite clan: I am the LORD All-Powerful, the God of Israel. You have obeyed your ancestor Jonadab,

Jeremiah 35:8

Our clan has always obeyed Jonadab's command. To this very day, we and our wives and sons and daughters don't drink wine or build houses or plant vineyards or crops. And we have lived in tents,

Hosea 14:9

If you are wise, you will know and understand what I mean. I am the LORD, and I lead you along the right path. If you obey me, we will walk together, but if you are wicked, you will stumble.

Leviticus 19:3

Respect your father and your mother, honour the Sabbath, and don't make idols or images. I am the LORD your God.

Luke 2:51

Jesus went back to Nazareth with his parents and obeyed them. His mother kept on thinking about all that had happened.

Romans 12:2

Don't be like the people of this world, but let God change the way you think. Then you will know how to do everything that is good and pleasing to him.

Romans 16:2

Welcome her in a way that is proper for someone who has faith in the Lord and is one of God's own people. Help her in any way you can. After all, she has proved to be a respected leader for many others, including me.

Romans 7:12

Still, the Law and its commands are holy and correct and good.

1 Corinthians 15:58

My dear friends, stand firm and don't be shaken. Always keep busy working for the Lord. You know that everything you do for him is worthwhile.

Deuteronomy 21:18

A father and a mother may have a stubborn and rebellious son who refuses to obey them even after he has been punished.

1 Timothy 5:4

But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they should learn to serve God by taking care of her, as she once took care of them. This is what God wants them to do.

1 Peter 2:13

The Lord wants you to obey all human authorities, especially the Emperor, who rules over everyone.

Ruth 3:5

Ruth answered, “I'll do whatever you say.”

1 Samuel 17:20

David obeyed his father. He got up early the next morning and left someone else in charge of the sheep; then he loaded the supplies and started off. He reached the army camp just as the soldiers were taking their places and shouting the battle cry.