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  THE HOARY HEAD
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: A hoary head is a crown of glory when accompanied by a holy
heart and a life of righteousness.

Topics: "Righteousness", "Honor in Age"
Scripture References: Psalm 92:12, Proverbs 16:31

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Thomas Brooks emphasizes that a gray head symbolizes glory only when it
is paired with a righteous heart. He contrasts the beauty of a young
person living uprightly with the honor of an elderly person who walks in
righteousness. Brooks warns that an old age devoid of holiness is a
curse rather than a blessing, leading to scorn and contempt. The true
honor lies in the combination of age and sanctity, reflecting God's
favor and wisdom.

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"The hoary head is a crown of glory--if it is found

in the way of righteousness." Proverbs 16:31

A white head, accompanied with a holy heart,

makes a man truly honorable.

There are two glorious sights in the world: the one

is, a young man walking in his uprightness; and the

other is, an old man walking in ways of righteousness.

A hoary head, when coupled with an unsanctified heart,

is rather a curse than a blessing. When the head is as

white as snow, and the soul as black as hell, God usually

gives up such to the greatest scorn and contempt.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/the-hoary-head/
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