The Faith Of Our Youth; The Wisdom of Age :)

Sometimes it is good to take a moment to remember the faith of our youth, whether it is the faith of our childhood, or whether it is simply the beginning of our faith (for example, if we came to faith when we were older).  When we are young in our faith, faith is simple.  And it is joyful. 

As we grow in faith, we begin to also take on the responsibilities of being one of the faithful.  And we begin to see the world as it is, instead of how we wish it were.  And because we do, we also begin to see that we have our own responsibilities in it.

At times, we hear this difference sometimes referred to as the difference between a “young” Christian and a “mature” one.  Both are needed!

So often, the “young” Christian brings the enthusiasm, energy and courage that we all need ?.  They have no doubts, no fear and no fatigue.  They question everything, but doubt not the Lord.  They are ready to climb any mountain, fight any fight, and pull us along with them.  They make every one around them smile.  They bring hope where hope is needed, just as they sometimes bring change where change is needed ?

Then there are the “mature” Christians.  They are just as necessary.  They have lived a long time with Jesus as their Savior.  Their Bibles often have turned corners and worn pages.  They pray often and long.  They known the Lord well, and the world well too.  They have experienced their share of suffering and survived with their faith intact.  They have learned how to turn to the Lord in their day of trouble and lean on Him.  And they have learned how to be in the world, but not of it. Their faith has stood the test of time, and they have much wisdom to share.

We need each other!

In a church, in a Bible study, praying together.  And praying for each other.  It matters not where we stand physically, but that we love God and each other always.

“The storm is strong; He will give you rest”, (Rest by Enterline).

In Jesus’ Name, Do Not Fear