1 Peter 5:5
1 Peter 5:5
Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.
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Submission to elders and mutual respect among one another is a foundational aspect of a God-honoring community. This verse encourages the younger to respect the wisdom and experience of their elders, recognizing the value in learning from those who have walked before them. It also calls everyone, regardless of age or position, to be humble and to serve each other with a spirit of mutual respect. Being clothed with humility is about embracing a heart that is willing to listen, to learn, and to put the needs of others first. This humility fosters unity, allowing relationships to flourish as each person esteems others and values the collective wisdom within the community. By embracing this posture of respect, we create a supportive environment that reflects God’s love and grace. This submission and mutual respect are not about power or control but about cultivating relationships grounded in love and humility, where each member contributes to the growth and well-being of others.
Ephesians 5:22
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.
Proverbs 14:21
He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
1 Peter 2:17
Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.
Psalm 111:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments.