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- In Christ, aging is the path to glory. What is sown in weakness will be raised in power at the return of Christ. We will be with the Lord forever. In the meantime, aging is the accumulation of more stories of the faithfulness of God and a display of God’s determination to love and care for his own.
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Sep 26, 2013 · Answer: When we are younger it seems a bit easier to relate to God’s purpose for our lives. We readily find meaning in our role as a parent, in social relationships, in work, and in church activity. As we age this can change.
- Grow Older Gradually. I once saw a picture of a digitally-aged, gray-haired Barbie doll online. “Very Old Barbie” had wrinkles and charming smile lines.
- Grow Older Gracefully. Saved by God’s grace, we must also grow by grace. We are aging gracefully when we prepare our lives for an eternity with God.
- Grow Older Guiltlessly. Growing older guiltlessly doesn’t mean, “Do what you want and don’t feel bad about it.” Rather, it means living in light of our forgiveness in Christ and not condemning ourselves.
- Grow Older Gently. As older Christians, we might be kind to and tolerant of others and reserve the harshest criticism for ourselves. A frustrated, elderly man berated himself because he couldn’t figure out how to use a new television remote controller.
Aug 8, 2022 · In Titus 2:3-5 CSB, Paul reminds the older women of their great purpose – that by living reverent lives of love, self-control, purity and kindness, they will bless and nurture the hearts of the younger women and their families. The generations to come depend on our willingness to share what God has given us.
Jun 5, 2020 · A mature Christian woman doesn't consistently incorporate these habits into her life religiously or legalistically but as an act of love and a desire to draw closer to Jesus (as always, our heart attitude, our motivation, is key).
Apr 17, 2024 · Growing old is an inevitable part of life, but the way we view and handle it can make a world of difference. The Bible, with its timeless wisdom, offers us guiding lessons on how to navigate this stage of life with grace and dignity.
- Graeme Richards
3 days ago · Proverbs 20:29. “The glory of young men is their strength, gray hair the splendor of the old.”. This verse contrasts the physical strength of youth with the dignity and honor associated with growing old. It reminds us that aging is not something to be feared or resisted, but rather a stage of life that should be revered and respected.
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Aging is a universal part of life. The Bible often associates growing old with gaining wisdom. For example, Proverbs 16:31 says, "Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life."
