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We all grow older. As we age or move into new seasons of life, we can often encounter a range of new and unexpected thoughts and feelings. The need to adjust our expectations as we move through major life changes can sometimes be accompanied by fear, anxiety, grief or loneliness, as we begin to realise that our daily lives may need to look or feel different to the way they may have in the past.
But, while we grow older, God remains the same – watching over us, caring for us, and continuing to pour out His unconditional love and blessing into our lives. When we encounter the natural worries, anxieties, fears or grievances that can sometimes become more prevalent as we transition out of the workforce, into new communities and, often, into greater dependence on others, God assures us that He remains at work in our lives; that His plans for us never cease, and that we are as precious, as valuable and as wonderful to Him as we were, each and every day before.
Messages of Hope offers a number of podcast episodes, booklets and articles providing encouragement, hope and support around the topic of ageing – including a number of resources for those supporting friends or family members as they age.
When it comes to growing older, the Bible is full of God’s promise and reassurance that He is with us, always. In fact, there are several stories about God working miraculously in and through the lives of older people – often with amazing outcomes.
Throughout the Bible, we are also reminded of the value God places on older people – and that He blesses them with wisdom and experience that can serve to pass faith, love and hope on to future generations.
If you have access to a Bible, you can read more about the way in which God works through, cares for and upholds people as they age by exploring the following passages:
If you don’t have a Bible - but you feel you would like to explore what it has to say, you can access The Message -a ‘plain English’ translation - for free online, or download it onto your phone using the YouVersion Bible App.
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Our regular podcast is accompanied by free resources that provide hope, encouragement and advice for navigating the difficulties and challenges of daily life.
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Each episode of our regular podcast is accompanied by free resources that provide hope, encouragement and advice for navigating the difficulties and challenges of daily life.
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We believe God is at work in all things, draws near in challenging circumstances, and loves each and every person fully and unconditionally.
If you would like us to pray for you or for someone you know, we would be happy to keep your situation in our prayers.