Reading for Today:
Proverb Chapter 20
Gold Nugget
Verse 29: “The glory of young men is their strength,
and the splendor of old men is their gray head.”
Commentary
It’s all about perspective. Being optimistic about your
situation or condition is one of the successful keys that opens the door to
living a satisfying life. I try to find the good in whatever situation I’m in.
For instance, over the years I have worked various work schedules. Whether it
is a 4/10 work week (Mon-Thursday 10hrs per day) or the typical 5 day, 8 hour work week, I choose
to make it a win/win for me. If I work the 4/10, yee-haw! 3 day weekends! If I
work the 5/8, yee-haw! 2 hours less per day! If I am like today’s “gold nugget”
(a young man), yee-haw! I have my strength! If I am like the latter part of
today’s “gold nugget” (an old man), yee-haw! I have my wisdom! Sometimes we
need to be more content with where we are in the process. Too often the old man
envies the young man’s youth, energy and opportunities and on occasion, the
young man sees the splendor of the old man's accomplishments and envies him. We
need to more appreciative of which part of the timeline we live in. Either end
has its benefits if someone wants to see them. It’s a horrible waste of your
time, energy and happiness to be consumed with where you aren't instead of
enjoying where you are. Whether it's that promotion, house, car or relationship
that you are looking towards, don’t let waiting for it ruin your "right
now". The old saying, “It’s not the destination as much as it is the
journey” was probably originated by an old grey haired man or woman. Being
content is one of the greatest personal accomplishments you can make. It
doesn’t mean that you're content with less than you should be, but rather
content with where you should be. The young folks that sees the rewards of the
old folks hard work and feel entitled to equal rewards are not only barking up
the wrong tree, but are an offense to the person that earned them through time.
Be patient young one. Pay your dues and in time you will reap your reward. Old
one, enjoy your season. If it’s winter, grab a blanket and warm your gray head
by the fire. The young man can go out in the cold and put his good strength to
use.
Prayer
Lord, I’m grateful
for the accomplishments you’ve made in me and purpose to enjoy the today you’ve
given me. Help me to be patient for the things to come and honor you with the
day at hand. Amen
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