In Joshua 13:1, we read: "Now Joshua was old and stricken in years; and the Lord said unto him, Thou art old and stricken in years, and there remaineth yet very much land to be possessed." I think my husband thought these words were for him, personally, as well as Joshua! The word "retirement" didn't seem to be in his vocabulary -- he was always looking ahead -- envisioning greater things for the kingdom of God -- excited about new challenges -- never allowing the family to say, "I can't", but "I can do all things through Christ . . ."
It is true that there is no set "retirement age" for the Christian, for there is always "yet very much land to be possessed". The Lord told Joshua he was old (probably at least 80 years of age), but instead of allowing him to settle down, the Lord sent him out once again for further conquests! I think this should always be the case with those who love and serve the Lord. Even though you may be retired from active service, or be confined at home, you can still accomplish much for the kingdom of God in the secret place of prayer!
Psalm 92:12-14 says: "The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Those that be planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God. They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing."
I love these sweet verses, and they beautifully show us that old age does not mean it is time to sit down and do nothing! Praise the Lord!
And don't forget these wonderful words from the book of Daniel: ". . .the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits."
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