" AGE IS A VALUABLE THING "

Welcome Aboard folks, as always it's great being able to share with you again.

This week we will be looking into age, and this weeks title is " AGE IS A VALUABLE THING. " Some societies honor their elders. They respect their wisdom, defer to their authority, and pay attention to their comfort and happiness. This is how Christians should act.

Where elders are respected, long life is a blessing, not a burden to them. " Wisdom is with aged men, with long life is understanding " (Job 12:12). " BOTH THE GREY-HAIRED AND THE AGED ARE ON OUR SIDE, MEN EVEN OLDER THAN YOUR FATHER "(Job 15:10).

We have the responsibility to honor the elderly. My friend David went the extra mile and put on a whole addition to his home to honor and care for his wife's parents some years back. People often find it easy to dismiss the opinion of the elderly and avoid taking time to visit with them. But the fact that God commanded the Israelite's to honor the elderly shows how seriously we should take the responsibility of respecting those older than we. Their wisdom gained from experience can save us from many pitfalls.

It seems to me that our society values youthfulness over wisdom and potential contributions by the elderly are often ignored. Now, as Christians, we should reverse those whenever we can. Encourage older people to share their wisdom and experience. Listen carefully when they speak. Offer them your friendship and help them find ways to continue to serve God. Honoring God is not limited to young people who seem to have unlimited strength and energy. Even in old age, devoted believers can produce spiritual fruit. There are many faithful older people who continue to have a fresh outlook and can teach us from a lifetime experience of serving God.

Seek out an elderly friend or relative to tell you about his or her experiences with the Lord and challenge you to new heights of Spiritual Growth. Never allow your age to disqualify you from serving God.

Until Next Time...
Jim