Spring would come to my hometown, the ice would run in the rivers and slowly the water would start to recede. For us boys it was time to be the first to swim across the river. There were maybe five or six of us this particular spring day when we started across.
Having swum almost to the opposite shore, one boy started yelling for help. In my memory I can still see him going under, resurfacing, yelling frantically, and then going down again. How many times I watched this horrible scene repeated before me, I can’t be recall. Fortunately, I do remember that on his last descent his feet touched the bottom, and he was able to keep his head above the waterline.
My group wasn’t experienced or maybe smart enough not to try that trip in reverse. After some communication with the least proficient among us, we swam back to where we’d started this adventure in the first place. The day wasn’t without excitement and did end well for all involved.
It just goes to prove that youth just doesn’t have the proper experience and information to escape danger.
So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.
Life is made up of decisions. The need for careful consideration of what’s before you and proper information is critical.
Think about it.
Gary