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by Rev. Fr. V.V. Paulose, Toronto, Canada
"Grey hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life." (Proverb 16:31)
Do you cherish a respectable senior's life?
'Ageless beauty' is a God-given gift to those who are ready to live in the
wisdom of God. Beauty is embedded in the soul of human beings. Ageing is a
natural process. We have to welcome it as it comes and it should be respected
and honored by generations. No wrinkles can be allowed to belittle the wisdom of
old age. The greased beauty is skin deep that the world adores and respects, but
that is hopeless, soul-less, suicidal and futureless. Experience and wisdom
cannot match youth and technology. Use the brain, heart, mind and body to serve
and lead others till the spirit is called by the creator. After death, donate
your organs so that you live beyond death. Live a life of respect and love. Old
age will not become a burden but a crown of glory. Actually long life is a sign
of God's blessing. While young people glory in their strength, old people can
rejoice in their years of experience and practical wisdom. Grey hair is a crown
of splendour. When we deal with older people, treat them with respect.
Hazel McCallion, 90 years old, is a living legend. In 2010, she returned to
office for a 12th consecutive term as the Mayor of Mississauga, the 6th largest
city in Canada. There is no space in her face without a wrinkle, but she is
called 'Hurricane Hazel'. She says about her energy and youthfulness, "Having a
life filled with purpose and meaning and living in life in a Christian-like
manner helps to motivate me and keep me energized." She also revealed that she
does everything around the house herself. "I do my own cleaning, grocery
shopping, gardening….. the assumption is that people in position have others
doing all things for them, but I like to be self-sufficient. House work and
gardening are great forms of exercise and keeps one humble."
Despise the culture of despising the aged. In all walks of life, we should give
due respect to age, love and honor. As we grow, we should grow in wisdom and
understanding. Learn to be self-sufficient.
Jesus, give us a healthy respectable span of life. Don’t make the elderly people to think that they are abandoned, unloved, and unheard. We pray for all the seniors who are in sick and in distress. Let our homes, offices, churches and other places be a place for respecting the aged. All we ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
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