Psalm 71:17-18. “O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works. Now also when I am old and gray-headed, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to everyone that is to come.”
A LIFETIME. Early impressions – may be the first Are reading the Bible and prayer; Gathering with Christians every Sunday, Our family was always there. Giving thanks for our food every time we ate, It was as natural as taking in the air we breathe. In my childhood, living life by faith Was a practice my parents believed.
The Spirit gave light after conviction of sin – By His grace, eternal life God gave me. Then further, He placed a desire within To reach others with the Gospel so free. He gave me the privilege of seeing some saved – The Gospel was the power of God. Through all the years, God allowed me to give The news of salvation through His Word.
Now I am older, my wife and I Have changed the work that we do. The message is the same, and still, we try – To reach out to the younger people too. They have an interest in the souls of men, And occasionally need encouragement and help. We pass on some things we have learned – This keeps us from being put on the shelf.
I now have white hair on top of my head – Hopefully, there is some wisdom inside. Up until now, God has us continually led – We have found Him to be a wonderful guide. He does not nor cannot forsake His own – Letting us tell the young people of God’s grace. It is a privilege to watch them grow – And see their joy as they walk by faith.
“What a joy it is, Father, to see the young believers working for Thee in many ways and places. It is wonderful to hear their reports and the gladness of service as they recount Thy working through them. Bless them and keep them. Help us to be a help to them and open doors for us to support them. I pray in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”