Mature Faith

An elderly gentleman slowly made his way up the isle to the front of the sanctuary and up to the pulpit. A small flag label pin and military stance reminded onlookers that this was a World War II veteran.

In his hand he held a leather-bound Bible worn from use. His eyes misted as he tenderly opened its pages, and there was a comfortable familiarity in his voice as he read the selected passage.

Age had slowed his steps but increased his fervor for the Lord. His relationship with his Heavenly Father had been strengthened through years of hardship. Both showed on his face. God’s promises held the richness years of hardship forge. Times of testing had proved God’s love steadfast and sure.

The privilege of walking with the Lord for many years is something youth can not understand and middle age only contemplates. But, it starts with the faltering steps of a new Christian seeking to please God.

The silver-haired head is a crown of glory,
If it is founded in the way of righteousness.
(Proverbs 16:31, NKJV)