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Proverbs 20:29

Every season of life carries its own glory. Youth has strength; age has wisdom and the beauty of a life well-lived. Neither is superior — both are gifts to be honoured and celebrated. This verse is an implicit call to respect for the elderly and an encouragement to the young that their season matters too.

Memory phrase: Honour strength and wisdom.

Talk about it: What can you learn from older people that only experience can teach?

Prayer: God, help me honour both young and old people.

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