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Proverbs 16:31 — “The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.”

As August closes, we are reminded that wisdom is not a sprint but a lifelong journey. Scripture honors the hoary head—the gray hair of age—as a crown of glory when it is accompanied by righteousness. A life well lived in the fear of the Lord leaves behind a testimony of faithfulness that blesses generations.

Wisdom is not measured in years alone. Some grow old without growing wise. The crown of glory belongs not to those who simply live long but to those who walk with God faithfully through the years. Their lives are marked by integrity, humility, and steadfast devotion to Christ.

Living with eternity in view shapes how we finish. The wise know that this life is brief and that their true reward lies ahead. They invest in souls, sow seeds of righteousness, and set their affections on things above. When their earthly journey ends, their testimony continues to shine.

The foolish waste their years chasing what cannot last, but the wise leave a legacy of faith. Their influence endures in their children, their church, and the lives they touched for Christ. Their gray hair is not just a mark of age but a testimony of God’s grace and wisdom at work.

As we end this month, may we be reminded that the pursuit of wisdom is lifelong. Whether young or old, the call is the same: live with eternity in view. One day, the crown of wisdom will be given to all who finish faithfully in the way of righteousness.