Just an additional thought to my post yesterday about aging.
Bitterness and discouragement are always of the devil. Their antidote comes not only through Christ but through perennial habits. Don't forget these three:
1. The Bible. Soak yourself in the Scriptures daily. Pursuing spiritual equanimity without the Bible is like wanting to gain weight without eating.
2. Prayer. There is nothing that opens our lives up to the Spirit of God like prayer.
3. Relationships. Success in aging is found in faithful relationships. Develop a trustworthy spiritual network if you can. (I realize this may be difficult for some.)
Markers like these keep us alert to God's unexpected blessings in our later years. They are the protection we need as we face declining health and eventual death.
Enjoy this beautiful day!