Favorite Quotes About Legacy
Bill High’s 7 quotes. https://billhigh.com/legacy/7-great-quotes-on-leaving-a-legacy/
When a loved one dies, we tend to think about their legacy, about the meaning of their lives. When my mother-in-law Sue passed away, her memorial service was a time to reflect upon her life and all the lives she touched.
- Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you. —Shannon Alder
- The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. —William James
- Your story is the greatest legacy that you will leave to your friends. It’s the longest-lasting legacy you will leave to your heirs. —Steve Saint
- Legacy is not leaving something for people. It’s leaving something in people.—Peter Strople
- The greatest legacy one can pass on to one’s children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one’s life, but rather a legacy of character and faith. —Billy Graham
- I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. —Jesus
- Please think about your legacy because you are writing it every day. —Gary Vaynerchuk
Despite the way that the lives and legacies of the famous grab our attention, every single one of us leaves a legacy. Family legacy is not just about what I’ve created, but about the story that I’m a part of and share. In truth, we are always part of bigger narrative. Our story is never just about ourselves. There have always been events, actions, and people who intersect with our story. Our challenge is to see the larger narrative, recognizing how others have shaped us and how we impact others. We influence people every day by what we say and do, by what we write, create and share. And all of that influence adds up.
May we use the power of our lives for the lasting good of those we touch, from our own families to our communities and even our online connections.
BIBLE VERSES ON legacy TOPICS
Deut 6:5-7 (teach to children) And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. 7And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.
Deut 4:9 Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.
Proverbs 13:22 (ESV) A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous.
Ephesians 6:4 (Father’s responsibilities) Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.
Philippians 4:9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
2 Timothy 2:2 (teach to others) And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.
Exodus 20:5-6 (God showing love) I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children, on the third and the fourth generations of those who hate Me, 6but showing lovingkindness to thousands, to those who love Me and keep My commandments.
Psalm 112:1-2 (being blessed) Praise the LORD. Blessed are those who fear the LORD, who find great delight in his commands. Their children will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed. NIV (Their children will be successful everywhere; an entire generation of godly people will be blessed. NLT)
Proverbs 4:20-24. My son, pay attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings.Do not lose sight of them; keep them within your heart. For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body. Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life. Put away deception from your mouth; keep your lips from perverse speech.
Psalm 78:4 We will … tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the LORD, and his might, and the wonders that he has done.
John 15:15-16. You did not choose Me but I chose you, and appointed you that you would go and bear fruit, and that your fruit would remain, so that whatever you ask of the Father in My name He may give to you.
Acts 20:24 However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.
Ezra 7:10 For Ezra had devoted himself to the study and observance of the Law of the LORD, and to teaching its decrees and laws in Israel.
1 Peter 1:3-4. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you,
2 Timothy 1:5 I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you.
3 John 4. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
THE DANGERS WE FACE IN THESE TIMES THAT ARE REASONS FOR LEAVING YOUR LEGACY:
2 Timothy 3:1-7. 1But understand this: In the last days terrible times will come. 2For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good, 4traitorous, reckless, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, 5having a form of godliness but denying its power. Turn away from such as these! They are the kind who worm their way into households and captivate vulnerable women who are weighed down with sins and led astray by various passions, 7who are always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth.
2 Timothy 4:1-4. I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of His appearing and His kingdom: 2Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction. For the time will come when men will not tolerate sound doctrine, but with itching ears they will gather around themselves teachers to suit their own desires. 4So they will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths.
THE INTENTIONAL CHRISTIAN GRANDPARENT DECLARATION
I am a grandparent and this is my declaration.
Yes, I am a grandparent, but I am more than a grandparent. I am a Christian grandparent.
I believe the Bible and the God of the Bible. I’ve received the grace of the Gospel of the Christ of the Bible and I desire to be a life-long devoted disciple. I want my grandchildren to do the same!
Yes, I am a Christian grandparent, but I am more than that. I am an intentional Christian grandparent and this is my declaration.
I love my grandkids, so I will hold them when they’re born, I will cuddle them when they are one, chase them when they are two, read to them when they are three, play with them when they are four and laugh at their jokes when they are five. I’ll support them, exhort them, cheer them, revere them, I’ll praise them; even help raise them. I will be there for them, but that’s not enough! As an intentional Christian grandparent, I will do more.
I will pass on my faith, but my vision is beyond that. I will perpetuate my faith, therefore; I will teach two generations. But, I will not only teach two generations, I will think four generations.
I will ponder what kind of grandparent must I be, so my grandchild becomes one like me then his carries on the legacy.
Yes, I am an intentional Christian grandparent.
Culture says, “Retire and go play.” I say; “No thanks. I’ll pray!”
Culture says; “Pursue affluence.” I say; “I’ll pursue influence.”
Culture says; “You’re old, you did your time.” I say; “Not so! I’m in my prime.”
Culture says about the young generation; “You can’t relate.” I say; “Ain’t true. My influence is great!”
I know my grandchildren need me, but from me they need Godly wisdom, my Christ-like example, my faith stories, my earnest prayers, my uninterrupted time, my unconditional love and my God- authorized blessing.
So, what is intentional Christian grandparenting? Let me spell it out for you. It means I will…
Guide grandkids with grace. Respect parent roles.
Abound in my affection. Nurture their nature.
Deal with the dilemma of distance. Pray with passion and purpose.
Adjust my attitude, in case I need to… Restore relationships.
Excel in my example. Number my days.
Tell them my testimony. Intentionally influence.
Never neglect the newest generation. And, most importantly… Give them the Gospel!
I am an Intentional Christian Grandparent and this is my declaration!
WEB PAGE for the above. The legacy coalition that created the declaration
OTHER WEB PAGES
Grams and pops: how to be an intentional grandparent
https://gramsandpops.com/intentional-christian-grandparent/
Breakpoint: intentional Christian grandparenting
https://www.breakpoint.org/breakpoint-intentional-christian-grandparenting/
Intentional grandparenting for Christian grandparents
https://grandparenting.com
TEN QUESTIONS TO ASK A GRANDPARENT
https://tinybeans.com/interview-with-a-grandparent-10-questions-to-ask/
Who was your best friend when you were a kid and what did you like to do together?
Tell me about where you grew up.
What was your favorite food growing up?
Tell me about the day we first met each other.
Did you have a favorite toy when you were my age?
Tell me about the house and neighborhood where you grew up.
What was your grandma like?
What was your grandpa like?
What was your favorite age to be?
What’s the oldest memory you have?
What are some silly things my mom or dad did when they were my age?
Did you have a nickname as a kid?
Where’s your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?
What’s your favorite holiday tradition?
What’s your favorite family recipe?
What’s the best thing about being a grandparent?
34 Questions to ask in a grandparent interview From grownandflown.com
- Tell me a favorite memory about your parents.
- Tell me about your grandparents.
- Tell me about your siblings.
- Who was your best friend when you were a kid?
- What are some of your favorite childhood memories?
- Did you have a nickname as a child?
- What was your childhood home like?
- Who did you admire or look up to when you were growing up?
- Tell me about the town/city you grew up in.
- Did you have any pets as a child?
- How did you spend Christmas as a child?
- What did you do for fun as a kid?
- Did you have a favorite teacher?
- Tell me about a time you got into trouble when you were a kid.
- Did you play any sports or were you in any activities in high school?
- What was your college major?
- What was your first job?
- What jobs have you had?
- How did you meet Grandmother (of Grandad)?
- What did you do on your first date?
- How did you know you wanted to marry Grandmother (or Grandad?)
- How old were you when you got married?
- What types of things did you and Grandmother (Grandad) like to do together before you had kids?
- Tell me about a favorite memory from when you were raising your family.
- What is your all-time favorite movie?
- What is your favorite song?
- What is your favorite book?
- What is one of the hardest things you’ve ever had to do?
- What is something that has helped you through difficult times?
- Do you have a favorite quote or scripture passage?
- Tell me something you’ve done that you are really proud of.
- Have you ever done something you didn’t think you could do?
- What do you love best about being a grandparent?
- What advice do you want to give me as I finish high school or college?
Spiritual quotes in separate boxes
https://graciousquotes.com/legacy/#18_Inspirational_Quotes_About_Leaving_a_Legacy_SPIRITUAL
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