--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: How many there are who, in their old age…" description: "\"“How many there are who, in their old age, have lost their light and their joy! They were once burning and shining lights in the family, in the Sunday-..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b0d/d-l-moody-4112_god-help_how-many-there-are-who-in-their-old-age_2210259.jpg" --- # How many there are who, in their old age, have lost their… ![“How many there are who, in their old age, have lost their light and their joy! They were once burning and shining lights in the family, in the Sunday-school, and in the Church. But something has come in between them and God—the world or self—and their light has gone out. Reader, if you are one who…” quote by D.L. Moody](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b0d/d-l-moody-4112_god-help_how-many-there-are-who-in-their-old-age_2210259.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b0d/d-l-moody-4112_god-help_how-many-there-are-who-in-their-old-age_2210259.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b0d/d-l-moody-4112_god-help_how-many-there-are-who-in-their-old-age_2210259.jpg) > ““How many there are who, in their old age, have lost their light and their joy! They were once burning and shining lights in the family, in the Sunday-school, and in the Church. But something has come in between them and God—the world or self—and their light has gone out. Reader, if you are one who has had this experience, may God help you to come back to the altar of the Savior’s love and light up your torch anew, so that you can go out into the lanes and alleys, and let the light of the Gospel shine in these dark homes.”” [D.L. Moody](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/d-l-moody/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. People often lose spiritual vitality as they age, feeling separated from God by worldly concerns or self‑absorption, but can be restored through renewed devotion. **In simple terms:** Old age can dim faith, but renewed devotion can reignite it. Key Takeaway Seek renewed devotion to restore spiritual light. Themes faith aging renewal community spirituality Mood reflective hopeful encouraging Type pastoral inspirational motivational When to use this quote - elderly ministry - personal revival - family worship - church outreach - counseling Key Concepts spiritual renewal pastoral care theology of light Questions to Reflect On - What habits keep you from spiritual renewal? - How can you support others in reigniting their faith? 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