The NIV 365-Day Devotional Reading PlanSample

Gray is Good

Our society doesn’t see gray hair the same way the cultures in Bible times did. In those times, gray hair was a beautiful representation of a wise, elderly and much-respected person.

In our day, it is more of a representation of someone who just slows us down. People don’t listen to the wisdom those with gray hair have attained. Our children will be influenced by our culture to think that same way unless we do something about it. I propose that you expose your children to those who are elderly by putting them in a place where they can hang out together. Older people love to be around children and vice versa. Just their being together will help your child build respect for the elderly. Allowing your child to hear them tell their stories and other incredible life experiences will develop in your child an appreciation for them.

In a world that’s trying to figure out how to make euthanasia legal, let’s help our family develop a healthy understanding of God’s love for the elderly, and make sure we invest in their lives.

Parenting Principle

Respect the elderly. You will be there one day.

Points to Ponder

*What elderly person do you spend time with who has given you wisdom?

*How could you develop more relationships with the elderly?

*Are your children learning to respect and appreciate the elderly?

Taken from Once a Day Nurturing Great Kids