Monday, March 13 Do not say, “Why were the former days better than these?”​—Eccl. 7:10.

[Áine]

Monday, March 13

Do not say, “Why were the former days better than these?”—Eccl. 7:10.

 

You older brothers and sisters know from experience how things were done in the past, but you also see the need to adapt to changing circumstances. You older ones who recently got baptized also have much to give. Younger ones will appreciate hearing about your experiences and the lessons you have learned. If you “practice giving” from your storehouse of experience, Jehovah will bless you richly. (Luke 6:38) As you dear older ones draw closer to younger ones, you will be able to support one another. (Rom. 1:12) Each has something of value that the other does not possess. Older ones have the wisdom and experience that they gained with the passing of time. Younger ones have energy and strength. When young and old work together as friends, they bring praise to our loving heavenly Father and are a blessing to all in the congregation. w21.09 8 ¶3; 13 ¶17-18

[New World Explorer]

3 hours ago, Anniebea said:

Younger ones have energy and strength.

I have energy too.....

Spoiler

But it only lasts 5 minutes after waking up ⏰ ...LOL 🤣

 

[Gruder]

Another stolen illustration:

  A Master Carpenter explains to his apprentice that holding the hammer about two inches from the base will give him maximum swinging force and will improve his aim; a Chef teaches the new cook how to use the cutting knife faster but without hurting himself; an Electrician helps his apprentice to distinguish a live wire from a dead one. All these examples show the value of experience. When we share our experience with others, we help them to avoid problems and to gain confidence. Are we willing to do that in the congregation?

[noah4]

I like the phrase each has something of value one doesn't. They was a time when I was a group assistant in my previous congregation. We had a brother who was between 75-90 (still available and strong even now) I loved his pioneering spirit although me I was at school by then and 'didn't have time as I thought by then' he his experience made me love auxiliary though didn't have enough time....