"Age is an issue of mind over matter," Or so the saying goes. "If you don't mind, it doesn't matter," For it's wisdom in you that grows. And the wisdom found in the word of God, Is to what we should all aspire. And the older we get, the wiser we get, If surrendered to God's desire. All of the tears through all of the years, From the betrayal, pain, and rejection Just doesn't compare to all of God's care, Working out in me His perfection. Just like the clay, first molded by hands, Placed into the oven and fired. Firming the vessel, to the form desired, To be filled for whatever's required. So when the trials of life start taking their toll, And you feel you've lost God's protection. Just look through the cross, until three days later, The glorious resurrection. So whatever your age, and whatever your part, Upon the stage of life. Count it all joy, and think it not strange, In all your struggle and strife. For the wisdom of faith promises us a safe And victorious landing. As we trust in the Lord with all of our heart, And lean not to our own understanding. God's wisdom for us is mere faith in Him, For the Bible makes this quite clear. And through each trial, our faith should grow, Year after year after year. Thus, age is an issue of trust over trial, Progressing as we grow. And the greater our trust, in the midst of the trial, The more God's Spirit will show. Thomas C. Duck, Texas |
