Yes, children must be respectful of adults.

I believe this has been and still is an unwritten rule of every generation and every culture. And I totally agree with that rule. BUT, because of this rule, some adults don't regard anyone who is younger than they are - as "human". Because of this rule, some adults refuse to show respect to anyone they perceive as "young", in their minds anyone younger than them - is a "child" and that "child" doesn't deserve their respect. But of course they expect respect from that "child".

Now, I understand it is normal for us to still see our youngest sibling as a "child" - even if they turn 50 years old - because we've known them since they were in diapers. So that makes sense. But even in that case, we must STILL respect our youngest siblings as they get older. Respect is NOT something you DEMAND from someone just because you are older than that person. If you DEMAND respect, I guarantee you that you will get disrespect in return.

Why? Because respect is something you have to EARN by FIRST respecting yourself and ALL others - adults and children alike. Let me throw in one of my favorite scriptures in here, Titus 2:7, "And YOU yourself must be an EXAMPLE to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching"

1 Peter 2:17 also tells us RESPECT EVERYONE.

God created ALL people, so we must respect ALL people regardless of their age, race, and culture. God's WILL for us is to show respect to EVERYONE. #RespectYourselfAndOthers and I promise you that EVERYONE WILL RESPECT you. May God continue to bless you and your families!

****Happy Wednesday My Friends! *****

By Evangelist Naomi Antwi