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Gray hair - a Christian perspective
This proverb described gray hair as a mark of honor for the elderly--a sign of a long life, and of the wisdom gained from their experiences throughout their years.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%2020:29&version=NIV
Youth in the Bible: 1 Timothy 4:12
The family of God is open to all people, young and old alike. Just because you're young doesn't mean you don't have a critical contribution to make to the church; as this verse says, youthful lack of experience shouldn't stop anyone from setting a Christlike example for others--even their elders--to follow.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Timothy%204:12&version=NIV
Years in the Bible - a Christian perspective
God caps the limit of man's years at 120 in this verse. He says that he won't contend with humanity forever, and that's why he limits their years.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%206:3&version=NIV
Age in the Bible: Job 12:12
In the book of Job, we are told that wisdom comes with age. Living longer brings about even more understanding.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Job%2012:12&version=NIV
