The end of October sees a LOT of birthday anniversaries in our family. Brenda's birthday is 29 Oct Damon's in 11 Oct. My slightly younger brother David's is 31 Oct. Our son David's is October 26. Our son Andrew's is 17 Nov. and Juno's is 20 Nov.
Birthdays matter. They mark another trip for planet earth around the sun. We grow a bit older, and hopefully much wiser. Over about 40, our bodies begin to fail, slightly at first, then more noticeably. Our step slows, our energy declines, and vision and hearing diminish. Hmmm, doesn't sound that appealing does it?
But for those of us who have put our faith in our L^rd, Jesus the Christ, the BIG news is that are moving towards our ultimate goal of being with Him. And, that's 100% great news! Yep, "Some glad morning when this life is o'er, I'll fly away."
And when we consider the Goodness that lies ahead, these "light and momentary afflictions" seem like a great reminder that our time here on earth is drawing to a close. So, welcome those gray hairs. Welcome your failing vision and hearing.
Rejoice! Rejoice in the L^rd, and again I say Rejoice!
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