I enjoyed a great time last Sunday at Bayview Glen Church. Jan and I were part of that church family for twelve years, the longest church connection since we entered ministry. It still feels like "home", six years later. We were greeted by many folks we knew during our years at Bayview, including one woman aged 97 and two aged 90! At my age it is great to talk with people ten year, twenty or even more years older than me.
One danger for all of us as we grow older - the old days look better and better. It is true whether we are reflecting about society, about music, about safety, or even about parenting. Somehow looking back can too often seem better, the older we grow.
The writer of Ecclesiastes at times seems very cynical. At times is observations seem to clash with truth taught in other Scriptures. However there is much wisdom in this book. For those of us who may "long for the good old days": hear this ancient wisdom.
Perspective, age and fading memories can distort our view of the past and hinder our appreciation of the present. We need to keep "being present in the present" and looking forward, not backward. Even if we reach our 90's.
One danger for all of us as we grow older - the old days look better and better. It is true whether we are reflecting about society, about music, about safety, or even about parenting. Somehow looking back can too often seem better, the older we grow.
The writer of Ecclesiastes at times seems very cynical. At times is observations seem to clash with truth taught in other Scriptures. However there is much wisdom in this book. For those of us who may "long for the good old days": hear this ancient wisdom.
"Do not say, “Why were the old days better than these?”
For it is not wise to ask such questions." Ecclesiastes 7:10
For it is not wise to ask such questions." Ecclesiastes 7:10
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