The Mirror and the Mercy: Living Final Years With Christian Joy, Purpose and a Sense of Completion

What if growing older isn’t about slowing down—but drawing closer to the heart of God?In The Mirror and the Mercy, Christian author and speaker JJ LaBelle delivers a deeply personal and spirit-filled guide to living one’s later years with purpose, grace, and unwavering faith.Through honest reflection, scripture, and storytelling, LaBelle reveals that aging is not an ending—it’s a divine appointment with wisdom, mercy, and spiritual awakening.Each chapter unfolds like a heartfelt conversation between a trusted friend and a faithful mentor. LaBelle encourages readers to see aging through heaven’s lens—as an opportunity to serve, to forgive, to release, and to prepare the soul for eternity.From the first pages of The Mirror of Life to the closing invitation to “Give Your Remaining Life to Jesus,” readers are led to see that the “golden years” can indeed be years of gold—rich in love, gratitude, and spiritual fruit.Through warm storytelling and real-world examples, LaBelle reminds us that the God who carried us through our youth and middle years still holds our tomorrows. Her wisdom calls every reader—young or old—to step closer to the Savior’s mercy, to reflect His love in the “mirror” of our lives, and to prepare joyfully for the home He promises.The Mirror and the Mercy is not just a book about aging.It’s a celebration of endurance, grace, and the sacred beauty of a well-lived life.