EVEN TO GRAY HAIRS

When we were young, we feared many things;

We feared the unknown, darkness, bad feelings.

We turned to our parents for comfort in distress;

Their presence, their assurance lightened the duress.

 

When we grew older, we feared nothing;

We were confident, we trusted in our feelings.

We were in danger because of our foolish pride;

Mercifully, we were able to take things in stride.

 

When we become gray-headed the fears return;

We find ourselves weak and we are terribly infirm.

The challenges come with age-related matters;

The Lord urges us to trust in His righteousness.

 

The Lord has made us and He will continue to care;

We need not give in to feelings of fear and despair.

The Lord has committed Himself to caring for us;

We may trust in His promises and His holiness!

 

Inspiration: Isaiah 46:3-4

Charles Tan