Aging graciously

Much of Solomon’s frustration was with the fact that he was growing older. His abilities and opportunities were diminishing daily (Ecc 12:4). Young men, as you map out your life you must plan for the “slow down.” You will not always be as strong, energetic and passionate as you are now. There comes a time when you make your living with your brain instead of your back. If you don’t see it coming, this can be a very discouraging transition. It’s not that you are no longer useful, but you are useful in different ways. Your contribution is increasingly wisdom as your strength and energy fade. The outer man decays, but the inner man is being renewed day by day! (2Co 4:16)