Attempting to relive the glory days of your youth through vicariously living through your own children and grandchildren, will turn you into a busybody. Refrain from interfering in matters that aren’t your concern, or offering advice were it wasn’t sought.

Growing older doesn’t mean automatically growing wiser or more godly. It’s never too soon to consider the temptations which arise in old age. Your back may daily inform you that you are aged, and if it doesn’t, it soon will. Here are some temptations which arise as hairs turn gray, and wrinkles crease your face.

First, apathy. As your physical and mental strength diminishes, you must not grow apathetic towards your Christian duties of prayer, service, and sacrifice. Many of King David’s failures in old age were due to a creeping apathy. True faith remains vigorous and virtuous.

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