Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12
In ministry, some would overlook the youth in a church in order to fill a position because they felt like they needed someone with a little bit of experience. They say, they haven’t been saved long enough to give their testimony before the church, they can’t teach a Sunday School class, or they can’t ride the church bus. While this is true in many cases, it may not be what the Lord would have you to do.
In context of the scripture, this verse is talking about you and I acting our age. I believe this is why some will not allow babes in Christ to attempt to do something for the Lord. Those in authority can’t see past their childish ways in order to help them become what God wants them to be.
Church leader, before you make a decision based on feelings, take the situation before the Lord. Get down on your knees and plead the blood of Jesus over it. Don’t try to take a short cut because there isn’t any with the Lord. That young man or lady may be who the Lord wants you to put to work! Don’t overlook them!
