Long Lasting Impact
Creating a Legacy That Lasts: Understanding Our Impact Beyond Today
Life isn't just about the time we have - it's about the impact we leave behind. While we can't control when our life begins or ends, we can control what happens in between those dates. The dash between our birth and death dates represents our opportunity to create lasting change.
Why Does Legacy Matter?
A legacy is about creating a long-lasting impact that continues well beyond our years. It's not about what we own or accumulate, but rather how we live and what we invest in that will outlast us. The key question we must ask ourselves is: Will what I'm doing today matter in 10, 20, or even 50 years?
Two Key Principles for Building Legacy
1. Everyone Matters
The story of Solomon's wisdom with the two mothers demonstrates an important truth - everyone matters to God, regardless of their status or situation. If everyone matters to God, they should matter to us too. This means:
Being willing to slow down for others
Looking people in the eye rather than past them
Speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves
Standing up for the poor and helpless
2. Taking Responsibility
The needs we see around us are often our call to action. Instead of waiting for others to solve problems, we should ask ourselves:
What responsibility do I have in this situation?
What needs do I see that I could address?
How can I be part of the solution rather than just identifying problems?
How Do We Know What Our Responsibility Is?
The simple answer is this: The need you see is often the call you're supposed to respond to. If something bothers you or catches your attention, it might be God highlighting an area where you should take action rather than waiting for others to step in.
Life Application
This week, challenge yourself to:
Pay attention to needs around you that typically make you think "someone should do something about that"
Instead of waiting for others, take personal responsibility for at least one such situation
Ask yourself these questions:
Does everyone truly matter to me, or do I just say they do?
Am I willing to slow down and engage with people who need help?
What needs do I see that I've been ignoring?
How can I start building a legacy that will outlast my life?
Remember: Your legacy isn't built in grand gestures, but in daily decisions to take responsibility and care for others. What will your dash represent?
Life isn't just about the time we have - it's about the impact we leave behind. While we can't control when our life begins or ends, we can control what happens in between those dates. The dash between our birth and death dates represents our opportunity to create lasting change.
Why Does Legacy Matter?
A legacy is about creating a long-lasting impact that continues well beyond our years. It's not about what we own or accumulate, but rather how we live and what we invest in that will outlast us. The key question we must ask ourselves is: Will what I'm doing today matter in 10, 20, or even 50 years?
Two Key Principles for Building Legacy
1. Everyone Matters
The story of Solomon's wisdom with the two mothers demonstrates an important truth - everyone matters to God, regardless of their status or situation. If everyone matters to God, they should matter to us too. This means:
Being willing to slow down for others
Looking people in the eye rather than past them
Speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves
Standing up for the poor and helpless
2. Taking Responsibility
The needs we see around us are often our call to action. Instead of waiting for others to solve problems, we should ask ourselves:
What responsibility do I have in this situation?
What needs do I see that I could address?
How can I be part of the solution rather than just identifying problems?
How Do We Know What Our Responsibility Is?
The simple answer is this: The need you see is often the call you're supposed to respond to. If something bothers you or catches your attention, it might be God highlighting an area where you should take action rather than waiting for others to step in.
Life Application
This week, challenge yourself to:
Pay attention to needs around you that typically make you think "someone should do something about that"
Instead of waiting for others, take personal responsibility for at least one such situation
Ask yourself these questions:
Does everyone truly matter to me, or do I just say they do?
Am I willing to slow down and engage with people who need help?
What needs do I see that I've been ignoring?
How can I start building a legacy that will outlast my life?
Remember: Your legacy isn't built in grand gestures, but in daily decisions to take responsibility and care for others. What will your dash represent?
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