Birthday Candles

For Women By Women

By Paula Neff

December 5, 2025

Psalm 73:26 My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.

Have the number of candles on your birthday cake gotten to the place where merely blowing is not enough?  You need a fire extinguisher to get them all out without calling the fire department! 

The Bible has encouragement for every age, including “seniors.”  Of course, none of us know how many days we have on this earth.  As the years go by and we see changes in our bodies—our hair turning gray, then white; our steps slowing; our strength failing; aches and pains increasing; illness and operations becoming more frequent, etc—these little reminders let us know that our time on earth may be coming to a close. 

Until that day comes when we meet our Saviour face to face, what are we to do?  We are to rely on the Lord, using His wisdom and encouragement to show others His plan of salvation.  We are to stay faithful to Him.  

God remains a steadfast presence in our lives. We need to continue our spiritual journey. We are to set an example for the younger generation, sharing life lessons and wisdom grounded in faith.  

Aging is a natural part of life’s journey.  God provides peace and security as elders navigate their later years.  Age does not necessarily limit one’s abilities.  Vigor, vision, zeal, and purpose can be used by God at any age. Trust God’s timing and promises.  Remain faithful to the end.

Psalm 71:17-18 O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works. 18 Now also when I am old and grayheaded, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to every one that is to come.

Reflection—As we journey through life, aging brings challenges AND blessings.  God’s Word guides us through all seasons of life, including our golden years.