Expectations
Today, I went for a walk at Trent Country Park. The weather was cool and there were very few people around. This park dates back to the fourteenth century, but it looks timeless. I expect the trees to be there forever. It got me thinking of people's expectations. As my 60th birthday is fast approaching, I am constantly being asked what I'm going to do to celebrate my 60th birthday. I've been told it's a milestone. I believe milestone is more about people's expectation about that age, which is only a number. According to this culture, at 60 you are considered to be a senior citizen and you are expected to be slowing down or even thinking of retirement. There is also the expectation that a 60 year old is supposed to look and act a certain way. Who makes up these rules anyway? Well, the only expectation that counts is Jesus, who came in a human form, died on the cross, was buried and was resurrected so those who believe in Him can have everlasting life. ...