"Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity." -I Timothy 4:12 (NIV)
My daughter is inquisitive and likes to ask questions. As she asks questions and seeks answers, she is growing and learning. Some questions even provide opportunities for all of us to learn together. While some people view an abundance of questions as annoying, it is natural for us to be inquisitive and to question in order to learn. Instead of looking down on questions, we can view these characteristics as an example as we strive to learn about and grow closer to God!
No matter our ages, we can learn more about and grow closer to God. As we grow, God can use us. We can be inspired by questions, learning, and growth of those that we may consider "young" and "young in the faith." We can see their trust, faith, and love. There are times when we, ourselves, may be the young or young at heart. We can be examples of His love. Our actions can show that we have faith in God and trust in His presence in our lives. Throughout our lives there are times when we will be the "young" and times when we will be "old." Whether we are young or young at heart, we can be examples, we can learn, and we can grow ever closer to God!
Whether you are young or young at heart, strive to be an example for others!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for the examples that You have provided in my life. Help me to serve as an example for others so they can see Your glory. Through Jesus I pray, amen.
My daughter is inquisitive and likes to ask questions. As she asks questions and seeks answers, she is growing and learning. Some questions even provide opportunities for all of us to learn together. While some people view an abundance of questions as annoying, it is natural for us to be inquisitive and to question in order to learn. Instead of looking down on questions, we can view these characteristics as an example as we strive to learn about and grow closer to God!
No matter our ages, we can learn more about and grow closer to God. As we grow, God can use us. We can be inspired by questions, learning, and growth of those that we may consider "young" and "young in the faith." We can see their trust, faith, and love. There are times when we, ourselves, may be the young or young at heart. We can be examples of His love. Our actions can show that we have faith in God and trust in His presence in our lives. Throughout our lives there are times when we will be the "young" and times when we will be "old." Whether we are young or young at heart, we can be examples, we can learn, and we can grow ever closer to God!
Whether you are young or young at heart, strive to be an example for others!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for the examples that You have provided in my life. Help me to serve as an example for others so they can see Your glory. Through Jesus I pray, amen.
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