Moment With The Master
“A Tribute to the Elderly”
Categories: Moment With The MasterYou shall rise before the gray headed and honor the presence of an old man, and fear your God: I am the LORD." (Leviticus 19:32)
In this context respect for the elderly is enjoined in connection with the fear of God. To revere is to defer or to yield. One can picture one who is older walking into a room and all others rising in honor, or offering them the best seat. Our society has lost that sense of propriety, and has certainly lost its fear of God.
To whom shall we give such honor? It belongs first, to those who carry the weight of years, who have walked the roads and fought the battles. Second, it should be given to those who by reason of experience have greater wisdom. It behooves us to listen carefully to them and consider. Third such honor belongs to those who have unselfishly served others. (I Timothy 5:10) To these we owe a great debt. Finally, it belongs to those with whom we have a special relationship (like mothers and fathers). “Thanks mom and dad for your example of love and devotion to God and others.”
Find that special one this week and tell them how much you admire them. Take time to listen to their stories and give heed to their advice. Show them the respect and dignity they deserve.
By George Slover
