Ephesians 6:4

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Parents, don't be hard on your children. Raise them properly. Teach them and instruct them about the Lord.

Cross References

Genesis 18:19

I have chosen him to teach his family to obey me for ever and to do what is right and fair. Then I will give Abraham many descendants, just as I promised.”

1 Chronicles 28:20

But you must see that everything is done according to these plans. Be confident, and never be afraid of anything or get discouraged. The LORD my God will help you do everything needed to finish the temple, so it can be used for worshipping him.

1 Chronicles 29:19

And give Solomon the desire to obey your laws and teachings completely, and the desire to build the temple for which I have provided these gifts.

Proverbs 19:18

Correct your children before it's too late; if you don't punish them, you are destroying them.

Proverbs 22:15

All children are foolish, but firm correction will make them change.

Proverbs 22:6

Teach your children right from wrong, and when they are grown they will still do right.

Proverbs 29:15

Correct your children, and they will be wise; children out of control disgrace their mothers.

Proverbs 29:17

If you correct your children, they will bring you peace and happiness.

Isaiah 38:19

Only the living can thank you, as I am doing today. Each generation tells the next about your faithfulness.

Ephesians 6:3

and you will have a long and happy life.”

Deuteronomy 4:9

You must be very careful not to forget the things you have seen God do for you. Keep reminding yourselves, and tell your children and grandchildren as well.

Deuteronomy 6:7

and tell them to your children over and over again. Talk about them all the time, whether you're at home or walking along the road or going to bed at night, or getting up in the morning.

Colossians 3:21

Parents, don't be hard on your children. If you are, they might give up.

2 Timothy 1:5

I also remember the genuine faith of your mother Eunice. Your grandmother Lois had the same sort of faith, and I am sure that you have it as well.

2 Timothy 3:15

Since childhood, you have known the Holy Scriptures that are able to make you wise enough to have faith in Christ Jesus and be saved.

Joshua 24:15

But if you don't want to worship the LORD, then choose now! Will you worship the same idols your ancestors did? Or since you're living on land that once belonged to the Amorites, perhaps you'll worship their gods. I won't. My family and I are going to worship and obey the LORD!

Judges 13:12

Manoah then asked, “When your promise comes true, what rules must he obey and what will be his work?”