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"Honor your father and mother" (which is the first commandment with a promise), Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ephesians 6:2? 2. How does Ephesians 6:2 emphasize the importance of honoring one's parents today? 3. What does "Honor your father and mother" mean in a modern context? 4. How does Ephesians 6:2 connect with the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20:12? 5. In what ways can you actively honor your parents in daily life? 6. How can honoring parents influence family dynamics and relationships according to Ephesians 6:2? 7. What does "Honor your father and mother" mean in Ephesians 6:2? 8. How does Ephesians 6:2 relate to the Ten Commandments? 9. Why is honoring parents emphasized in Ephesians 6:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ephesians 6? 11. Do you respect and honor your parents? 12. What does the Bible say about controlling parents? 13. What does the Bible say about controlling parents? 14. What guidance does the Bible give for longevity? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command to honor your father and mother relate to the overall theme of obedience in the book of Ephesians? 2. In what ways can honoring our parents serve as a witness to non-believers about the Christian faith? 3. How can we apply the principle of honoring parents in situations where the parent-child relationship is strained or difficult? 4. What are some practical ways we can show honor to our parents in today's cultural context? 5. How does the promise attached to this commandment encourage us to live out this principle in our daily lives? Ephesians 6 Bible Study Questions 1. How can Paul's instructions to children and parents in verses 1-4 apply to your family relationships? 2. How do you interpret and apply Paul's instructions for slaves and masters in today's context? 3. Reflect on verses 10-18. How do you understand the concept of spiritual warfare? 4. Which piece of the spiritual armor do you feel you need to strengthen in your life and why? 5. How can you apply the metaphor of the armor of God in dealing with personal struggles and challenges? 6. How does the depiction of spiritual warfare in Ephesians 6 influence your understanding of the struggles you face? 7. In what ways can you practice constant prayer as advised in verses 19-24? 8. How can you seek and offer prayer support within your Christian community? 9. How does Paul's request for prayer encourage you in your prayer life? 10. Reflect on the balance between spiritual warfare and prayer in Ephesians 6. How does this inform your approach to spiritual challenges? 11. How does Ephesians 6 challenge your understanding of Christian living in the face of adversity? 12. How can you promote the principles of fairness, respect, and love in your societal relationships based on Ephesians 6? 13. How does the concept of the 'Armor of God' equip you to face challenges in your everyday life? 14. How can Paul's closing prayers and blessings inspire you in blessing others? 15. Reflect on the role of truth, righteousness, readiness, faith, salvation, and the Word of God as described in this chapter. How are these aspects relevant in your spiritual journey? 16. In what ways does the concept of spiritual warfare manifest in contemporary society, and how can you respond based on Ephesians 6? 17. How does Ephesians 6 shape your understanding of the power and importance of prayer in spiritual battles? 18. How can the teachings in this chapter inspire you to live out your faith more fearlessly? 19. How can you actively 'put on the armor of God' in your daily life? 20. How does Ephesians 6 inspire you to persevere in faith and prayer amid challenges? Links Ephesians 6:2 NIV Ephesians 6:2 NLT Ephesians 6:2 ESV Ephesians 6:2 NASB Ephesians 6:2 KJV Ephesians 6:2 Commentaries Bible Hub