What can I do to show respect to others?
Luke 10:33-34“Then a despised Samaritan came along, and when he saw the man, he felt compassion for him. Going over to him, the Samaritan soothed his wounds with olive oil and wine and bandaged them. Then he put the man on his own donkey and took him to an inn, where he took care of him.”
Romans 12:10Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.
Romans 13:7Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.
1 Corinthians 8:1Now regarding your question about food that has been offered to idols. Yes, we know that “we all have knowledge” about this issue. But while knowledge makes us feel important, it is love that strengthens the church.
Philippians 2:3Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.
1 Thessalonians 5:12Honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance.
James 2:1My dear brothers and sisters, how can you claim to have faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ if you favor some people over others?
1 Peter 2:17Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.
We can respect others by showing more concern for them than for our own agenda, thinking highly of them, building them up in love, and treating everyone with integrity and fairness.
1 Samuel 20:14-16“If I die, treat my family with this faithful love, even when the Lord destroys all your enemies from the face of the earth.” So Jonathan made a solemn pact with David.
2 Samuel 9:6-7His name was Mephibosheth; he was Jonathan’s son and Saul’s grandson. When he came to David, he bowed low to the ground in deep respect. David said, “Greetings, Mephibosheth.” Mephibosheth replied, “I am your servant.” “Don’t be afraid!” David said. “I intend to show kindness to you because of my promise to your father, Jonathan.”
We show respect to others when we keep our promises to them.
