There is a way to grow old gracefully. Not all people who age are cantankerous. There are some people that seem to have that spark, that part of their soul that remains young and no matter how old they become, they still remain sweet and loving, letting the love of Christ shine through.
In his new book, Nearing Home, Billy Graham shares some of the things he has learned on the road to reaching the age of ninety-two. He starts out this book by stating that “Growing old is not for Sissies.” There are many people that think that death is the absolute end. But for people that have a relationship with Christ, we know that death is only the beginning of a life that is so much better than what we have here on earth.
He points out that it is the job of the older generation to share their wisdom gained by experience with the younger generation. Although the body may get weak and tired, there are still many things that an aging person can accomplish. Graham highlights the lives of many Biblical characters that, even in old age accomplished great things. Abraham and Sarah had their son of promise at one hundred years old. Barzillai gave shelter and food to King David’s men in the heat of battle during his old age. David wanted to repay him for his kindness by taking him into the palace and taking care of him for the remainder of his life.
When I first got this book, I thought I wouldn’t enjoy it. I thought, I’m young; I don’t need to read a book about growing old gracefully. Having read this book, my point of view has changed. I would recommend this book to anyone. It is easy to read with great stories in a classic Billy Graham style.
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