Thirty Somethings....Listen To Your ‘Elders’

Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding?Job 12:12

Ah the wisdom of the older generation if only younger people would take heed and assume that older folks have been around the block and know a few things. The Bible calls it wisdom.

Today there are even well meaning 20-30 year olds that no doubt feel they have all the answers and why ask ‘the old man’. That ‘old man’ knows lots. Maybe he is a company CEO, project manager, military leader. There is something to say about age and experience but many do not want to give those older a chance to be in charge because they in fact are younger and that’s where it is at. Even in the political arena those older know the dangers of socialism and communism.

If you are reading this and you fall into the category between 22-40 please treat those older women and men with respect that is due them. Ask questions, be their friend, take their advice occasionally. After all they have been here lots longer and have experienced way more. Don’t scoff just because you think they aren’t techy. You may be surprised.Be humble and stay teachable and remember those who came before you.

PRAYER: Father God there was a time I was younger and had ‘senior’ people who I could learn from. I pray I never acted like a know it all. I pray for all people to respect and honor their elders. In Jesus’ name. Amen.