Not To Be Put Off!

Some things should not be put off because the opportunity may never come again. The earlier some things are accepted and done can also allow for better grounding for the days and years to come in a manner that provides greater steadfastness for the future and the blessing of fewer regrets.

I recently came across the following statistic, and though it may be cited elsewhere with some variation I think it makes a very valid point. It stated: "19 out of every 20 who become Christians do so before they reach the age of 25. After 25, only 1 in 10,000. After 35, only 1 in 50,000. After 45, only 1 in 200,000. After 55, only 1 in 300,000. After 65, only 1 in 500,000. After 75, only 1 in 700,000."

Though some have become Christians late in life, is it a risk worth taking? Statistically the odds appear against such. Putting off the walk with God in Christ for later years may be the risk of losing the opportunity altogether, losing the opportunity to impact the life of many along the way, and/or diminishing much of the joy that could have been experienced in the usefulness to the Lord during those years.

Solomon urged. . .
"REMEMBER ALSO YOUR CREATOR IN THE DAYS OF YOUR YOUTH, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, 'I have no pleasure in them';" ( Ecclesiastes 12:1 ESV)

Solomon went on to describe the limited mobility and senses of old age. (verses 2-7) During the YOUNGER YEARS there is more energy and alertness that can be used to the glory of God. What a blessing it can then be to look back upon life when one nears the time of departing into eternal glory.

May today be the day for surrendering more fully our life to the One Who provides the best life we could possibly possess for now and eternity. In view of these statistics may we also be mindful of the need to urge others around us to begin the journey in Christ now as well.

Have a great day CREATING THE MEMORIES OF FUTURE JOY!
Carl

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