Aging in a Culture Obsessed with Youth [TGC Podcast Ep. 401]

At a time when we typically live longer than any generation before us, it seems all we want to do is preserve our youth. From hair dye to microblading, antiaging creams to botox, we negotiate with age through products, surgeries, and even downright denial. But Scripture tells us that wisdom is with the aged and gray hair is a crown of glory—so why are we so age-averse? In this panel discussion recorded at TGCW24, Courtney Doctor, Vanessa Hawkins, Melissa Kruger, Laura Wifler, and Jen Wilkin talk why a biblical perspective on aging means we don’t have to fear the years. 📝ON THIS VIDEO: 0:00 – Aging and Panel Participation Challenges   3:32 – Cultural and Personal Influences on Aging   5:53 – Beauty and Aging in Modern Culture   11:46 – The Role of Influence and Responsibility   17:16 – Challenges of Aging and Chronic Pain   20:59 – Balancing Stewardship and Idolatry   36:24 – Redefining Identity and Purpose in Aging   38:07 – The Importance of Mentorship and Role Models   39:53 – Embracing Aging and the Gift of Years ____ 🎁 Help The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow. Let's Build Together: Donate Today at https://tgc.org/together 🎧 Don’t miss an episode of TGC Podcast: ▫ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tgc-podcast/id270128470 ▫ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1iE3aJkf8fJ2FVTvJGFd4h ✅ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thegospelcoalition