An important sector of society are the elderly and their various contributions to future generations. Billy Graham's book Nearing Home: Life, Faith and Finishing Well sheds light on the various attributes of aging and life in general. An important idea he expresses is the influence that older people have on society and their ability to leave a spiritual legacy that is much more important than material legacies. I also believe that older people are essential to society and that Graham's views resonate with society and are useful to readers of all ages. Graham also discusses two major themes of adult development: retirement and primary aging. His book can be used to help professionals working with older adults in a variety of ways. One of the most significant ideas in Billy Graham's book is the idea of ​​the value of elders and their influence on younger generations. Society seems to have lost respect and reverence for the elderly and this vision can sometimes also be found in the elderly themselves. Graham shows that there is a distinct place for the older generation in society and its importance to younger generations. He states that both young and old need to realize the wisdom and life experience of the older generation. Progress is important but so is knowledge of the past. Graham (2011) makes this clear when he states, “while society has diminished the impact of older generations, older adults have too easily abandoned their roles without much thought” (p.113). He goes on to use the Bible to show that people should take care of their families, especially those closest to them, and that the older generation should lead the way. He discusses how his in-laws have had a deep… middle of paper… clients who may be struggling with physical challenges and may feel like giving up. Giving older people this book to read or read can give them the desire to keep moving forward and live each day to the fullest. Books like Nearing Home: Life, Faith and Finishing Well, are vital for all age groups. It is very useful for those who are going through retirement and old age. Billy Graham is personally going through and writing about all the things that older people are experiencing and will experience, such as pain and primary aging. Graham also reaches out to young adults and shows them the importance of older generations and their value. Finally, professionals can better understand older clients and reach out to them after reading Graham's book. Works Cited Graham, B. (2011). Homeward: Life, Faith, and Finishing Well. Nashville: Thomas Nelson.