Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be, The last of life, for which the first was made: Our times are in his hand Who saith, 'A whole I planned, Youth shows but half; trust God: see all, nor be afraid!'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Age brings fulfillment; the best part of life is ahead and guided by a higher plan.
- In plain terms
- Growing old is good because the best is yet to come and God has a plan.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust that aging is part of a larger plan and the best is yet to come.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you fear or welcome getting older?
- Where do you find hope for the future?
Another view
Not everyone feels better about aging as time goes on.
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