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Human beings are far from perfect, which means we commit innumerable infractions against each other over the years. It can be easy to let those grievances pile up, hording them as we age. But that can lead to bitterness, loneliness and other negative outcomes for seniors.

Psalm 9:10 says, "And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you."That trust in God is something seniors of faith may have worked on for decades, but it can also be something that is new to their lives. Either way, it's not always easy to submit our fears and worries to God and trust that he has a plan to work out all things for the best in the end. And that's especially true when it comes to health.What Are Some Chall...

One of the best benefits of settling into an assisted living community is that you free up so much of your time and energy for doing whatever you love. Major housekeeping and maintenance chores are handled for you, and you don't have to worry about preparing healthy meals either, as you can rely on the delicious fare of the community dining room.For many seniors, this is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of life, but once they have a chance to rest, they realize they want to do someth...

The pace of today's world can make it difficult for people of any age to seek meaningful connections with each other, and factors relevant to aging can compound those challenges. Giving up a driver's license, seeing social circles evolve or shrink over time and feeling limited by health issues are just some reasons seniors may feel isolated. And without action, social isolation and loneliness can lead to negative outcomes.Luckily, there are plenty of things seniors of faith can do to mak...

When the word charity shows up in the Bible, it can mean one of two things.First, it can mean love. Some versions of the love chapter in 1 Corinthians (Chapter 13) use charity instead of love. For example, the King James Version says, "And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity."Second, charity in Scripture can refer to the act of giving to others — which is, after all, an act of love.Scripture Seems Clear on What We Should DoThe New Testament is full...