When I think about the word "legacy"
I think about someone wanting to leave behind something for family and friends to remember them by. Or leaving behind a cause, or a purpose, for others to continue pursuing.
In our text the Apostle Paul shares with his son in the faith Timothy, how grateful he is that Timothy's grandmother Lois, and his mother Eunice instilled in him a strong faith in God. Of all the things that we can possess in this world, our faith is the most valuable of all. Peter said that our faith is more precious than gold, and even when it is tested by fire (trials) it will remain. (1 Peter 1:7)
I can honestly say, that my family passed on to me a legacy of how valuable God is, and yes, how vital it is to put our trust in Him. My family was not rich in the things of this world, but they were rich in faith.
When we think about what we can leave to our children, not only to remember us, but something that will help them in their lives. There is nothing better than "faith" When the things of this life begin to crumble around them, they will be able stand firm upon the foundation of Jesus Christ, because of their faith in Him.
Mother's Day is this Sunday. Let's thank our mothers for their influence in our lives, helping us to have a faith that will see us through the challenges of our journey, and a faith that will sustain our children as well! GP
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