Denny answers:
Chores are a chance to help your family.
Chores don't always seem fun, but your parents know God wants them to teach you to become a responsible adult. Chores help you to become responsible and to work together with your family. They also help us learn how to take care of ourselves. Some kids grow up without having to do chores, so they have a difficult time being responsible adults. They might have a messy house, unwashed clothes, unpaid bills, unhealthy meals, or even have trouble finding and keeping a job.
Your parents are trying to help you grow up by giving you chores. They are also showing you that they trust you to do the jobs they give you. All kids should obey their parents and do their chores the best they can, because this pleases God.
Bible Truth
- "Whoever does not care for his own relatives, especially his own family members, has turned against the faith and is worse than someone who does not believe in God" (1 Timothy 5:8, NCV).
- "Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord" (Colossians 3:16).
- "Do everything without complaining or arguing. Then you will be innocent and without any wrong. You will be God's children without fault. But you are living with crooked and mean people all around you, among whom you shine like stars in the dark world" (Philippians 2:14-15, NCV).
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