In what ways can we ensure our legacy aligns with God's will? Legacy Alert from Isaiah 39:6 “Behold, the days are coming when everything in your palace, and all that your fathers have stored up until this day, will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD.” (Isaiah 39:6) Why Hezekiah’s Story Matters • His short-sighted choices jeopardized Judah’s future. • God’s sovereignty is certain, yet our decisions still shape what our children inherit. • The verse warns that blessings kept for self instead of stewarded for God vanish. Foundational Priorities for a God-Aligned Legacy • Treasure God above possessions (Matthew 6:19-21). • Cultivate generational faithfulness—“We will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD” (Psalm 78:4). • Serve rather than be served (Mark 10:45). • Walk in integrity; “The righteous man walks in integrity; blessed are his children after him” (Proverbs 20:7). Guard Rails to Keep the Future Safe • Contentment over comfort: refuse prideful displays that invite envy (cf. Isaiah 39:2). • Accountability partners to speak truth before small compromises snowball. • Regularly audit time, talents, and treasure against Great Commission priorities (Matthew 28:18-20). • Estate and testimony planning: include giving, mission support, and clear gospel witness. Positive Models to Follow • Joseph—stored wisely for famine, credited God, saved nations (Genesis 41). • Ruth—loyal love positioned her in Messiah’s lineage (Ruth 4:13-22). • Daniel—exiled yet uncompromised, influencing kings (Daniel 6:26-28). • Priscilla and Aquila—leveraged home and trade for church planting (Acts 18:24-26). Practical Steps Today 1. Daily Scripture saturation; let God set the agenda (Psalm 119:105). 2. Family worship rhythms—sing, read, discuss, obey. 3. Mentorship: pour into at least one younger believer (2 Timothy 2:2). 4. Simplify lifestyle; free resources for Kingdom impact (1 Timothy 6:17-19). 5. Record and share testimonies of God’s faithfulness. New-Testament Encouragement • “Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Colossians 3:17). • “Your labor in the Lord is not in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:58). • “The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever” (1 John 2:17). Live so that what outlives you unmistakably points to Christ. |
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