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Encouragement for the second half
Articles to help adults 55+ keep serving, mentoring, and finishing strong
Expanding Our Wheelhouse
As we grow older, may we still be open to God-ordained opportunities to boldly step outside our comfort zones—or allow Him to expand the boundaries of our wheelhouse.
Read more →Living YES!: The Weybrights — Servants' Hearts
As Wes and Judy scale back, Judy shares the story of Mike and Brenda Weybright—early retirees whose marriage and ministry continually point others to Christ.
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Discounted & Overlooked Potential
While not all Christians would side with Charlie Kirk’s political stances, his courageous faith walk can teach us a lot, including those of us whose young adult years are distant memories.…We see para
Read more →Living YES!: Karla — A Heart of Hospitality
Shani shares how her book club host Karla models unwavering hospitality and quiet service—from prison ministry to quilting retreats—while resting fully on God.
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Milestones
When people cross significant thresholds, personal identity questions can take center stage. So much of who we are gets wrapped up with life roles we’ve been privileged to play.Particularly when roles
Read more →Living YES!: Larry & Marilyn — Using Their God-Given Gifts to Bless Others
Larry and Marilyn Sampson spent a lifetime making music and building community, sharing Christ's love freely and finding joy in helping others discover their own God-given gifts.
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Squeezing Potential
Significant later-life potential lies in not always starting from scratch but building on something already right in front of us. Something that with just a little more effort has the potential to exp
Read more →Living YES!: Kevin's Story — Young Enough to Serve Again
Kevin, once guarded and battling addiction, reconnects with the Parottis as a Metro Mobility driver — sober, serving others, and feeling like he is finally living.
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Care & Kick
The landscape of older adulthood is vast. The physical and mental abilities showing up in the 55+ age range are hugely diverse.Getting to the point, some of us need care, and some need a kick. And pro
Read more →Living YES!: Grandma Ole's Baptism at 84
At 84, Grandma Ole chose to be water baptized, and her simple act of obedience sparked a legacy of faith witnessed by generations of her family.
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My Little Red Truck
… reminds me of unsung heroes—dependable older people without glitz, glamor or attachment to the latest tech advances. Some might view them as useless relics from the past or as immigrants who failed
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Surreal Moments
It’s surreal getting hard, unexpected medical news. Dreams of living to a ripe old age seem instantly compromised. Internet medical research yielded articles of comfort and hope—and grim realities.Not
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