“The first half of my life I went to school, the second half of my life I got an education” (Mark Twain). Do you think you haven’t yet accomplished anything in life? Or that life hasn’t gone as you planned it? Do you have unfinished business to take care of? The second half of your life is an opportunity. An opportunity to put into practice the things you’ve learned, chart a new course, and write the future. Your second half is waiting!
The second half of life begins after 40, and it can be (or should be) the best years of your life. Caleb conquered walled-cities and giants during the second half. At age 85, he was “as strong as he was at 40” (Joshua 14:6-15). Do you feel that the first half of your life has been more or less a failure? Do you regret the wasted opportunities, the misplaced priorities, and bad choices that have been very costly to you and your loved ones? Remember the Old Testament priest Eli. After failing woefully as a father and spiritual leader, he offered his most valuable contribution to his nation during the second half—when he mentored Samuel to become one of the greatest prophets in Israel’s history. It’s never too late! With God’s help, your greatest contributions will occur in the second half of your life.—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 