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Life is hard. Some of the hardships of life are a result of our own failures. Some of them are beyond our control. It is easy for us to be weighed down and disillusioned by life, even at a relatively young age. We know that Jesus said he came to give us “abundant life”, but at times there is nothing abundant-feeling about life. So what exactly do I do with the disappointments and struggles? Can God bring any good out of them? Is there any hope for a brighter future? In this episode we will explore three fundamental truths that will help drive us forward as we get into “God’s space”, not fixating on the rearview mirror, but rather, first acknowledging the pain and then refocusing and redirecting our lives.

Zindua came about out of a study we conducted with our peers – those in the 50 plus stage of life. It was a reflection on our lives thus far and then looking ahead to how we could “finish well”. That reflection brought to light regrets, particularly from the “launching” stage in the 30s and 40s. At that stage, life can feel overwhelming with the demands of marriage, parenting, career, extended family, community expectations, all of which operate under huge financial pressure and the drive to “make it”. What we are asking you to do is to stop, to pause, in order to reflect on the above areas – and more – and evaluate your priorities, your choices and, if necessary, reset so that in this critical phase of life you prioritize what is most important, so that you balance your lives successfully. In this way, when you reach your 50s you will have fewer regrets and will enjoy the fruit of your labour, your parenting, your marriage, your relationships and thus head into the latter years with purpose and joy.