INTRODUCTION

Each phase of life bears the marks of certain strengths and weaknesses. In youth, man has a great amount of zeal. In fact, the Bible points out that “the glory of young men is their strength.” A young man might have the fortitude, strength, and stamina to accomplish great things, but his limited knowledge hinders his ability to accomplish greatness. As time elapses, man learns from both failure and success. He obtains the knowledge and enjoys the wisdom that often eluded him during his youth. His glory no longer resides in his strength, but his beauty is now “the gray head.” The very thing that limited his ability to accomplish great things in youth is now a virtue he has achieved. The glory of his youth may have departed, but there remains hope. He has the knowledge but lacks the strength he once possessed. Fortunately, he can invest his knowledge into those who still retain their youthful vitality.

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS

• (For children): God calls grey hair a crown of glory for those who have trusted in Him (Proverbs 16:31The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.
  See All...). Even if they are confined to a bed or wheelchair, they can pray, praise God, and help others to know the Lord (Hebrews 13:15By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
  See All...). Consider Anna (Luke 2:36-38 [36] And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; [37] And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. [38] And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
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• (For everyone): Who are the people you know with the greatest strength and zeal? Who are the people you know with the greatest amount of knowledge and wisdom? Are they one and the same?
• What would be the best way for young and old to use their strengths to best serve the Lord? How could they work together to accomplish more for the Lord than they could achieve separately?

PRAYER NEEDS

• Ask the Lord to increase your wisdom and strength.
• Ask the Lord to help you serve Him to your fullest capacity.

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