Family School - Honor and Multiplication

This message explores the profound significance of honor, rooted in the Hebrew word "kabod," which also translates to "glory" when referring to God. To honor means to give weight and importance, acting in reverence towards God and others. Conversely, treating something with contempt, "Qālal," is akin to cursing, highlighting the seriousness of our attitudes and actions.

The sermon emphasizes that blessings come from honoring and giving importance, while curses arise from disdain and neglect. Examples include honoring God, family, and relationships, leading to multiplication and growth. Jesus' act of blessing and giving thanks, as seen in the feeding of the five thousand, demonstrates how honoring and valuing what we have can lead to abundance.

Listeners are encouraged to bless their families, marriages, and communities by focusing on the positive and giving weight to God's promises. By doing so, they can witness the multiplication of blessings in their lives. The principle of honor applies to all aspects of life, from family dynamics to spiritual warfare, where focusing on God's goodness diminishes the influence of negativity and evil.

"Those who honor me I will honor, and those who despise me shall be lightly esteemed." — 1 Samuel 2:30 (ESV)