In Acts 2 we read that God's Spirit can indwell both young and old. Fortunately, many retirees model what it means to be faithful, Spirit-filled servants when their regular life's work comes to an end. Unfortunately, some others don't. In the years ahead an ever larger percentage of church members will consist of retirees. To think about Retirees are a gift of God to the church.
Retirees can make invaluable contributions to Kingdom ministries.
Retirees need to be affirmed for service. There is no retirement from faithful service to God. God invites faithful service in all seasons of life. God does not intend retirement to be a time for self-indulgence in place of Christian service. When pursuit of leisure undermines Christian discipleship, something needs changing.