Maintain Joy in Your Old Age - HOW OLD AGE COULD AFFECT YOUR JOY

 What might cause you to get discouraged? Perhaps you feel disheartened because you cannot do what you once did. You may long for the days when you were younger and in better health. (Ecclesiastes 7:10) For example, a sister named Ruby says: "Putting on clothing is difficult because of my aches and pains as well as my lack of mobility. Something as simple as lifting my feet to put socks on is hard. My hands are numb and full of arthritis, which makes it challenging to accomplish even small tasks." And Harold who served at Bethel, says: "I don't recognize the man I've become, and I get frustrated at times. I used to be very athletic. Playing baseball was my favorite pastime. Others would say: 'Give the ball to Harold because he never misses.' But now, I don't think I could throw the ball." 

You may feel discouraged because you are losing a measure of your independence. This is especially true if you need the help of a caregiver or if you have to move in with one of your children. Or perhaps you are deeply disappointed because your health or your eyesight has deteriorated to the point that you can no longer go places by yourself or drive a vehicle. How distressing! But it may help to remember that our value to Jehovah and others do not depend on whether we can care for ourselves, live alone, or drive a car. And we can we assured that Jehovah understands our feelings. What matters to him is who we are on the inside-someone whose heart is full of love and appreciation for him and for fellow worshippers. - 1 SAMUEL 16:7.

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