In the Congregation

12. (a) Who have the responsibility to show honor in the congregation? (b) How did Jesus show that it is proper to receive honor?

¹² There is also the responsibility everyone has to show honor within the Christian congregation. We are counseled: “In showing honor to one another take the lead.” (Romans 12:10)

Now, since all of us appreciate being accorded honor, should we not have empathy and accord honor to one another? How can we do this?

13. What are some ways we can show honor to others in the congregation?

¹³ Expressions of appreciation for a task well done are tantamount to bestowing honor. So we can honor one another by giving commendation, perhaps for a talk or comment someone presents in the congregation. In addition, we can honor one another by girding ourselves with lowliness of mind toward our Christian brothers and sisters, by treating them with deep respect. (1 Peter 5:5) We thus demonstrate that we value them as honorable fellow servants of Jehovah God.