The Forgotten Commandment

“Honor your father and mother.” (Exodus 20:12)

Easy for some, challenging–but–possible for others. Yet it stands as God’s will for children of every age and all circumstances. So much is lost when we neglect this command–the emotional connection of expressed love, the bonding of generations, the healing of past pain, and the real possibility of family reconciliation.

In “The Forgotten Commandment”, Dennis Rainey illustrates why it is important that we make this long-forgotten commandment a priority. Along the way he also offers practical instruction and biblical motivation for honoring all parents, even those who may not live quite so honorably.

As with other Dennis Rainey books, this one provides deep insights and transformative guidance for families. In this 20th anniversary edition, read stories of how obedience to this commandment is still changing lives, reconciling relationships, and redirecting family legacies. It is a message every family needs to hear.

Dennis Rainey is a best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and cofounder of FamilyLife®, a ministry of Cru®. Under his leadership, FamilyLife grew to help marriages and families survive and thrive in more than 109 countries. Together he and his wife, Barbara, have spoken at over 150 FamilyLife Weekend to Remember® marriage getaways and authored or co-authored more than 35 books, including best-selling Moments Together for Couples and Staying Close. He is also the original daily host of the three-time award-winning radio program FamilyLife Today^®.

He and Barbara have been married since 1972 and love laughing with their six children and growing number of grandchildren. The Raineys still serve with Cru. You can follow their work at TheRaineys.org