Old Age and Joy - Shirley A. McGarrell

Have you arrived at the point in life where you're beginning to dread old age? Or are you already in your golden years? Maybe you're still young enough that old age seems far away and you don't even think about it. No matter your age bracket, you'll find this volume's advice to be practical. The author proposes that old age is not a stage of life to be dreaded but rather to be embraced and enjoyed. Whatever ailments you may experience, you can still find joy and fulfillment in your later years.

The book's introduction starts on a wonderfully positive note: "The journey of life is a fascinating and exciting excursion. It is filled with occasions of joy, gladness, euphoric emotions, and exotic delights in love, friendships, courtships, marriage, vacations, discoveries, and achievements. To have life is to love it, for it is so delightsome!"

Aging and death were not part of the original plan. When God created Adam and Eve, He planned for them to live forever in perfect health. Unfortunately, we know how that worked out. However, with the joy of the Lord in your heart, you can live a full, rewarding life in the later years. Note some chapter titles: "The Glory of Physical Appearance," "The Joy of the Unknown," "The Power of Nature on Old Age Joy," "Greater Joy in Exploring the Promises of God," "Walking the Journey of Life with Joy."

Whatever your age, you'll find something in this book that you can weave into your life's journey.