This next year could be exciting in my house as my wife Trish has made a list of 50 things she would like to accomplish before her next birthday (which, if you guessed, is a milestone year). The highlight will be a vacation to discover a location that has been on our bucket list. Along the way, she plans to be intentional about learning new skills, chasing interests, following passions, and reconnecting with friends and loved ones.

I admire my wife so much, and I know her commitment will rub off on me in positive ways as well. There will be opportunities for self-care, reflection, and improvement as we pursue making the most of our time.

Aging gracefully is very much a mindset. The plan with which we approach growing older will impact how successful we feel about our efforts. The sermon theme for this Sunday is “Never Too Old: Courage and Faith are not Bound by Age.”

Joshua 14:6-15 will be the theme story. Caleb was one of the faithful, who helped Moses lead the people in their wilderness wandering. Now at the age of 85 Caleb stakes his claim to the inheritance that was promised to him and his family, and he proclaims his willingness to work to fulfill his end of the deal.

Caleb never gave up his hopes and dreams and invested in what was necessary for his goals to become a reality. Even the younger leader Joshua looked upon the elder Caleb with respect and appreciation. Age doesn’t limit our faithfulness and together, we too can live with faithful purpose, find joy, and leave an impact on others.

I look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday in person or on YouTube.

Brett