When Aretha Franklin died recently, I heard for the first time the history behind the song "Respect".
Originally written by Otis Redding, it references "a plea from a desperate man, who will give his woman anything she wants. He won't care if she does him wrong, as long as he gets his due respect when he brings money home.
Franklin's version is a declaration from a strong, confident woman, who knows that she has everything her man wants. She never does him wrong, and demands his "respect". (Wikipedia)
I remember Rodney Dangerfield as a stand up comedian and actor whose catchphrase was "I don't get no respect!"
To be treated with respect is what all of us want. It tells us we are valued, important and loved. This current world has lost so much respect for basic freedoms, life itself, even our right to exist. Who can you show respect to today?
1 Timothy 5:17-20 NLT
17 Elders who do their work well should be respected and paid well, especially those who work hard at both preaching and teaching. 18 For the Scripture says, “You must not muzzle an ox to keep it from eating as it treads out the grain.” And in another place, “Those who work deserve their pay!”
19 Do not listen to an accusation against an elder unless it is confirmed by two or three witnesses. 20 Those who sin should be reprimanded in front of the whole church; this will serve as a strong warning to others.
Blessings, Cecilia
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