Article June 20, 1994 Issue

Why don't you act your age?

Jimmie V. Erwin

While I was working in the yard one evening, a friend of my tenant paused to watch me turning over the dirt, preparing a large flower bed. When I glanced his way, he said, "Boy, you sure don't act your age." Then, blushing, he added, "Not that you are old, but you sure act a lot younger than my mom." I had to laugh at his discomfort at having spoken so frankly. But as I continued my work the thought came: "How would you 'act your age' if you knew you were eternal?"

Since I do know that I truly am eternal as a reflection, or expression, of God, I had a wonderful time considering this spiritual fact while I continued to work in my flower bed.

I reasoned that if God's man is spiritual and immortal, my real identity must be free of the effects of aging—with no expectation or possibility of diminished capacity. I cannot even entertain the thought of being dependent on others, rather than on God, who forever sustains man's perfect well-being. And since I am the eternal expression of God, I have no fear of insecurity for I also reflect eternal supply. Whatever my needs, each will be met through the same source that meets my needs today. Mrs. Eddy speaks of God as "immutable"—that is, never changing or varying. An unchanging God—being wholly good—provides every creature with all good, every moment. This assures me that the fear of being homeless, hungry, or insecure in any way is totally unfounded. I can depend on Christ Jesus' assurance "It is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom" for all eternity (Luke 12:32).

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