"Remind me that my worth is not measured by how much I accomplish, how well I perform, or how tirelessly I keep moving, but by the simple grace of abiding close to You with a trusting heart.” Daily Devotion
A friend sent me a post from Daily Devotion a few days ago,
and the above words caught my attention. I’ve slowed down. Some because of my
age. Some because of family caring responsibilities. And it took me
awhile to accept that I wasn’t doing as much as I used to.
I've been adjusting to this new season for two years. I’m sure some of my friends are experiencing this also, as many are close to my age. I wonder if they are feeling the change that we go through in our senior years.
Everything takes longer. Everything is harder. My favorite
expression is: “Why is this so hard?” It is amazing that everything you
do is harder than it used to be. Everything.
Often it has caused me to feel like I’m not doing anything. If
you are used to accomplishing a lot, it’s hard to accept that you just can’t do
it anymore.
I was still accomplishing fine when I turned 75, but last year and this year, now at the age of 77, there's been a big difference. I was upset at the beginning, missing my ability to do
more, but slowly I’ve accepted the reality and do my best to do what I can and
forget about the rest.
Jesus is with us even in our senior years. He still thrills
our souls. He still is within reach when we call. And He helps us adjust to
this season in our lives.
One thing I do know. I abide close to my Savior, and I trust
Him completely. I am worthy to Him because He loves me and continues to care
for me even when “it’s too hard.”
Think about the words in the above quote, my older friends. Abide
close to our Lord, and trust Him even though it is hard. You are worthy in His
eyes. And that’s really all that counts.
By His Grace . . .
