Ephesians 6:1

The Passion Translation

Children, if you want to be wise, listen to your parents and do what they tell you, and the Lord will help you.

Cross References

Genesis 28:7

Furthermore, Esau found out that Jacob had obeyed his parents and fled to Paddan-Aram.

Genesis 37:13

Israel called for Joseph and said to him, “Your brothers are grazing the flocks near Shechem. I want you to go join them.” “Yes, Father, I’ll go.” Joseph replied.

Genesis 48:12

Joseph then removed them from his father’s knees and bowed low in respect before his father with his face to the ground.

Genesis 50:12

So Jacob’s sons did as they were instructed

Psalm 119:128

Every word you speak, every truth revealed, is always right and beautiful to me, for I hate what is phony or false.

Psalm 119:75

Lord, I know that your judgments are always right. Even when it’s me you judge, you’re still faithful and true.

Psalm 19:8

Yahweh’s teachings are right and make us joyful; his precepts are so pure! Yahweh’s commands challenge us to keep close to his heart! The revelation-light of his Word makes my spirit shine radiant.

Proverbs 1:8

Pay close attention, my child, to your father’s wise words and never forget your mother’s instructions.

Proverbs 23:22

Give respect to your father and mother, for without them you wouldn’t even be here. And don’t neglect them when they grow old.

Proverbs 30:11

There is a generation rising that curses their fathers and speaks evil of their mothers.

Proverbs 30:17

The eye that mocks his father and dishonors his elderly mother deserves to be plucked out by the ravens of the valley and fed to the young vultures!

Proverbs 6:20

My son, obey your father’s godly instruction and follow your mother’s life-giving teaching.

Jeremiah 35:14

The words of Jonadab son of Rechab ordered his descendants to drink no wine, and they have fully obeyed their ancestor’s command, for they drank no wine even until today. But I have spoken to you so urgently, over and over, yet you refuse to listen.

Jeremiah 35:18

Then Jeremiah said to the Rechabites, “Yahweh, the God of Israel, Commander of Angel Armies, says to you, ‘Because you have obeyed the commands of your ancestor Jonadab and observed all his rules, obeying everything he ordered you to do,

Jeremiah 35:8

Our clan has always fully obeyed the command of Jonadab son of Rechab, our ancestor. To this very day, we and our wives, sons, and daughters don’t drink wine, build houses, or plant vineyards or crops. And we have lived in tents.

Luke 2:51

Jesus went back home with them to Nazareth and was obedient to them. His mother treasured Jesus’ words deeply in her heart.

Romans 12:2

Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in his eyes.

Romans 16:2

I am sending her with this letter and ask that you shower her with your hospitality when she arrives. Embrace her with honor, as is fitting for one who belongs to the Lord and is set apart for him. So provide her whatever she may need, for she’s been a great leader and champion for many—I know, for she’s been that for even me!

Romans 7:12

So then, we have to conclude that the problem is not with the law itself, for the law is holy and its commandments are correct and for our good.

1 Corinthians 15:58

So now, beloved ones, stand firm, stable, and enduring. Live your lives with an unshakable confidence. We know that we prosper and excel in every season by serving the Lord, because we are assured that our union with the Lord makes our labor productive with fruit that endures.

1 Timothy 5:4

But if they have children or grandchildren at home, then it is only proper to let them provide for the ones who raised them when they were children, for kindness begins at home and it pleases God.

1 Peter 2:13

In order to honor the Lord, you must respect and defer to the authority of every human institution, whether it be the highest ruler

Ruth 3:5

Ruth answered, “I’ll do everything you’ve told me.”