Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – June 18, 2016
When Jacob had finished giving instructions to his sons, he drew his feet up into the bed, breathed his last and was gathered to his people. Genesis 49:33
Jacob gave his dying instructions to his sons as they waited at his beside. They lingered there out of love and respect. They had observed his life and though not perfect by far, it was a life of overall faithfulness to God. The sons of the father wanted to receive his blessing and they were proud of the legacy left to them, a legacy of faithfulness to God.
What legacy will you leave? If you died today, how would you be remembered? These are important questions for your children’s sake. Maybe your parents did not leave you a godly heritage. Nevertheless, you have a wonderful opportunity to start a new tradition, one based on the principles of Scripture. Lord willing, your legacy will start a godly lineage that will reach across the future for generations to come. Yes, your name will probably be forgotten, but what you stand for will be held in high esteem for all to remember.
Perhaps you can start by documenting your family vision and mission. Write down outcomes you are praying for related to your family. Pray that your parental example of character compels your children to walk with Christ. Hold the Bible in such high regard that its commands and principles are lived out in love and obedience. Love your children with acceptance, discipline, training, and kindness. Follow the ways of God, and your children will see and secure a clear path of purpose to pursue.
Moreover, consider a family credo that defines what you value as a family. Develop character traits like humility, hard work, community, forgiveness, communication, and relationship. Weave these beliefs throughout the language and behavior of your family. Challenge each child to be intoxicated by Scripture, so much so that God’s word is on their breath and seen through their behavior. Slow down and be intentional in legacy building. Your children and your children’s children are more apt to love Christ.
“But from everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children” (Psalm 103:17).
Prayer
Do I live life with legacy in mind, and do I uniquely and fully bless each child?Related Reading
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Dear Teresa,
Good morning to you! We are thankful that you were blessed by the Wisdom Hunter’s devotional, “A Godly Legacy”. We appreciate you letting us know when a devotional touches your heart and we give all the glory to our Heavenly Father!
May God bless you and yours.
Believing and trusting~
Gwynne
“Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
in all of your ways acknowledge Him and He will set your path straight.”
Proverbs3: 5-6