The Winter of Your Life: If You're Not Dead, You're Not Done!

Reimagine the later years of life as a season of purpose and significance. Embrace opportunities for legacy and divine calling, regardless of age. Discover tools and inspiration for meaningful living that transcends limitations and fosters lasting impact.

In The Winter of Your Life, readers are invited to view the later years not as a decline but as a time rich with potential and purpose. Drawing from the author's joyful childhood memories of Michigan's snowy winters, the book uses the metaphor of the four seasons to illustrate human development. Spring symbolizes youth and foundation-building, Summer represents career and family establishment, Fall encourages midlife reflection, and Winter signifies a shift from work to legacy. Co-authored with Russ Olmon, this work confronts the common fears associated with aging, echoing the sentiment that life continues to hold meaning and direction.

Targeted primarily at those entering or already in their Winter years, the book also appeals to younger readers who wish to prepare for a fulfilling future. It is structured in three insightful parts: Now What? addresses navigating cultural and spiritual realities, Then What? focuses on succession planning to pass on wisdom, and So What? offers practical examples of impactful legacies. Each section provides vision and inspiration for living a life that resonates with eternal significance.

The authors aim to ignite a sense of divine calling in every reader, reminding them that they are chosen and equipped to contribute meaningfully to the world. The Winter of Your Life serves as a guide to embracing this transformative season, encouraging individuals to invest their time in God-ordained opportunities and to serve others in profound ways.

Dr. Greg Bourgond holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Chapman University and advanced degrees from Bethel Seminary and Nova Southeastern University. He is the author of several award-winning books, including A Rattling of Sabers and Leadership Beef Jerky. With over 18 years in ministry and 10 years in the defense industry, Greg has served in various leadership roles, including Executive Pastor and Deacon. He founded Heart of Warrior Ministries and is an adjunct professor at the University of Northwestern and Bethel Seminary. Married for 57 years, he enjoys spending time with his grandchildren.

Russ Olmon is a pastoral leader and consultant with over 36 years in church leadership and organizational development. He has successfully guided churches in succession planning and capital campaigns, raising over $100 million. As the founding Senior Pastor of a Dallas-area church, he contributed to its growth to over 15,000 attendees. Russ co-founded Ministry Advantage, training over 100 pastors and equipping more than 1,000 churches. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology from Liberty University. Married for 44 years, he has one son and three grandchildren, impacting churches globally.