"Oldsters"

The oldsters like me have stories to tell,

‘Bout horses and cattle and cowboys and well,

Sometimes get to thinkin’  ‘bout times that were hell,

And wonder if anyone cares.

Not to be pitied or felt sorry for,

Just to relate how times were before,

When things could get western right down to the core,

And they once lived it somewheres.

I’ve sat down with ‘em to hear ‘em say why,

Their horseback living was something, no lie,

They’ll do it right up to the day that they die,

The life meant so much to them.

Not just a job or work that they chose,

But something that triggered their love, I suppose,

And I feel just like ‘em, I’m one of those,

Cowboys who rode way back when.

So pick up the phone or better stop by,

Pull up a chair just give it a try,

Maybe his stories will make you see why,

It’s worth it to visit awhile.

Watch his expression, his eyes and his look,

You’ll see more emotion worth the time that you took,

To hear living history, transcends any book,

Old cowboys and their western style.

“Remember the days of old, consider the years of all generations. Ask your father, and he will inform you, your elders, and they will tell you.” (Deuteronomy 32:7, NAS)

it is a biblical principle to seek wisdom from older, experienced people. Whether it’s something like cowboying or just gaining good counsel about life, we should honor and seek out oldsters. The sad truth is that the so-called “youth cult” holds great influence in secular culture. But if you really want to learn and grow, spend some time with a person who’s been there, done that. God will use them to help you.

Lord, give us Your wisdom, in Jesus’ name.

Art by Alfredo Rodriguez, used by permission. Thanks, Alfredo, and God bless y ou.