CHRISTIAN FAMILIES AND SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

Ephesians 6:1-9

Key Verse: 4

“Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”

1. Read verses 1-3. What should children do in their relationship towards their parents? (1-2) What does God promise for children who honor their parents? (3)

2. Read verse 4. What should fathers avoid? (4a) Instead, how should fathers raise up their children? (4b)

3. Read verses 5-9. With what attitudes should slaves obey their masters? (5-7) Why should we obey our human masters? (8) How should masters treat their slaves? (9a) Why should masters not threaten their slaves? (9b)