Ephesians 5:21 … Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. The secret to every healthy relationship is a to the . 1. Wives 5:22 For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. Wives, come under the protection of your husbands. 2. Husbands 5:25 For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his life for her Husbands, be willing to lay down your life for your wives. 3. Kids Ephesians 6:1 Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. 2 “Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.” Kids, choose honor even if feels hard. 4. Parents 6:4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord. Parents, you’re not just raising “good kids,” you’re forming . 5. Slaves 6:5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. 6 Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. 7 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. 8 Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do, whether we are slaves or free. Workers, work like Jesus is your because He is. 6. Masters 6:9 Masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Don’t threaten them; remember, you both have the same Master in heaven, and he has no favorites. Bosses, manage with humility — because the is watching. “Beyond the Amen” (Ways You Can Apply the Message this Week). 1. For Kids: Write a short note or text of appreciation to your parents acknowledging something they do well. 2. For Parents: Speak encouragement over your child daily; aim for 3 positive statements per day. 3. For Employees: Do your work this week “as if serving the Lord,” not just to impress your boss. Small acts like helping a coworker or going the extra mile count. 4. For Employers: Identify one practical way to serve your team this week. Bring coffee, write a note of encouragement, or take a team member aside to listen to them.