Things to Remember as I Age with Grace
• I have God’s love to depend on even now
Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? … No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35–39 NLT
Since the day you were born, I have carried you along. I will still be the same when you are old and gray, and I will take care of you. I created you. I will carry you and always keep you safe. Isaiah 46:3–4 CEV
I depend on you, and I have trusted you since I was young. I have relied on you from the day I was born. You brought me safely through birth, and I always praise you… . Don’t throw me aside when I am old; don’t desert me when my strength is gone… . Come closer, God! Please hurry and help. Psalm 71:5–6, 9, 12 CEV
See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! 1 John 3:1 NLT
• I have God’s wisdom to share with others
For the life of every living thing is in his hand, and the breath of every human being… . Wisdom belongs to the aged, and understanding to the old. But true wisdom and power are found in God; counsel and understanding are his. Job 12:10, 12–13 NLT
Then King Rehoboam discussed the matter with the older men who had counseled his father, Solomon. “What is your advice?” he asked. “How should I answer these people?” 1 Kings 12:6 NLT
Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect, and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and patience. Similarly, teach the older women to live in way that honors God. They must not slander others or be heavy drinkers. Instead, they should teach others what is good. Titus 2:2–3 NLT
• I have fruit yet to produce
Do not say, “Why were the old days better than these?” Ecclesiastes 7:10 NIV
“You are never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream.” C. S. Lewis
The godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon… . Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green. They will declare, “The Lord is just! He is my rock!” Psalm 92:12, 14–15 NLT
O God, you have taught me from my earliest childhood, and I constantly tell others about the wonderful things you do. Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me. Psalm 71:17–18 NLT
Though outwardly we are wearing out, inwardly we are renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 GW
• I have a decision to make
Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.” And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today you will be with in paradise.” Luke 23:42–43 NLT
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 NIV
Memory Verse
Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me. Psalm 71:18 NLT
Next Steps
I will thank God daily for caring for me.
I will join a group and serve as gifted and where needed.
I will register for the next Base.
I will visit the Hope for Healing exhibit in the Welcome Center for encouragement.