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Older adults who've walked much or all of their lives with God typically know where to turn when they need answers. The Bible offers a wealth of stories, insights and directions from God. One book in particular that seems designed to provide bite-sized bits of wisdom to readers is Proverbs.
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The Bible offers a rich resource of spiritual guidance, and some of the most hope-filled, specific instructions can be found in the stories of Jesus. Getting to the guidance through the parables Jesus wraps it in does take a little work, though. If you want to dig deeper into Scripture as an older adult, whether you're reading alone or joining a Bible study in your assisted living community, consider following the steps below.
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The world isn't a perfect place. Older adults of faith know this is true, but they also know that in both times of goodness and times of trial, they aren't alone. Knowing these truths and living them in times of change, challenge or trial aren't the same thing, though, and it can be helpful to return to well-known Bible stories to be reminded how others have shown resilience during times of trial by relying on God and his Word.
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Worship is central to the life of a Christian. It helps you express reverence and devotion to the One who died for your sins. From the earliest days of Christendom, singing has been an integral part of worship. The Bible also encourages us to sing:
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If you've been a person of faith for any period of your life, you've likely heard at least one recounting of the story of Daniel and the lion's den. And if you grew up in Sunday school, you probably heard it more than once — and with illustrative felt pieces to go along with it.
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When you're downsizing to independent living, assisted living or simply a more manageable property, you can't always take all your items with you. Common strategies for downsizing include gifting items to others, selling items online or in a yard sale and donating items to thrift stores or churches. As an older adult, giving away or selling so many things can be difficult, as you might feel you're getting rid of legacy items and memories.
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