Hi, welcome to my little corner of cyberspace. Today I thought we would reflect upon the legacy that is left behind by generations that have gone before us & whether they’ve left a blessing or not.
But first grab a cuppa, a treat & get comfy for our time together. I’ve grabbed a Chai Tea blend brewed with milk in a pot with a gf Amaretti biscuit as a treat.
Now we’re ready let’s begin…
Generations
This morning I received the sad news that a family member has passed away, a faithful women of God, who served Him as an overseas missionary for many years with her husband & four children.
To return & serve Him in the ministry for decades never retiring until recently when she was diagnosed with a terminal illness. We shared three grandsons, as this was the mother of my son in law & my heart aches for their loss & grief at this time.
This news brought memories afresh of my own mother’s passing only a few years ago & the generational blessing that had gone before, shared in the following post;
Then last year after my dear Dad passed into glory I shared the following;
At the moment ‘Generational blessings & curses’ have been highlighted in a Bible study I’ve been doing of which scripture gives many honest accounts of both family blessings & curses, by men & women whose choices impacted generations after them.
I think the main example that stands out of course is our many times great granny & grandpa Adam & Eve’s choice in the Garden, of which we’re still living with the impact down through the generations to this day.
But there is one example that also stands out from all the others of a generational blessing & that is the promise that was given at that time, by God Himself, that He would send a Redeemer.
And that promise was fulfilled through Jesus the Christ, our Redeemer. What an amazing blessing we have in Jesus to every generation since His time on Earth to this present day.
For God has promised that there is a blessing to a thousand generations for those who love Him;
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments. Deuteronomy 7: 9
The member of our family has left a lasting legacy in this world, not only in her gentle, kind & faithful ways in how she loved her family & the people she met but for eternity.
Her eldest son (my son in law) is also in the ministry with my daughter & their three sons, he’s a Youth Pastor to the now generation. Their eldest son (our joint grandson) has aready been on two overseas mission trips with Teen Missions.
What Legacy are we leaving behind?
I often ask myself this question, for the choices we make now will impact the generations that follow until the Lord’s return, either for blessing or burden (a curse).
I personally want to leave a legacy of generational blessing in the choices I choose & not a burden.
Such choices as; forgiveness & love, to have patience not impatience with those around me, to choose joy & not bitterness in the difficult times of life & always leave the door of communication open with those personalities that seem a little more challenging than others.
My greatest desire is that my family may see God’s generational blessing left through the legacy of this mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt & niece for eternity.
It’s a one choice at a time kind of legacy to leave…
What are you chosing to leave behind my friend?
Until next time,
Jennifer
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Jennifer, I sit here, having just read this post after listening to a song. Seems we both have been thinking plenty about legacy these last few days. I truly am sorry for your loss. Your family has surely impacted generations which will last long into eternity and that is a blessing beyond any worth or achievements we could accumulate here on earth. The tears are now rolling as I pray humbly for the Lord to help me to make an impact for His glory. I have been listening to this song for several days now. May it encourage you as it has me. Thank you for blessing and encouraging me always with your words!
https://youtu.be/MVU3wX7Sbog?si=Farfg6S3fHfma-bX
Thank you sweet friend. It is a blessing indeed. That song was beautiful 💕
My great-grandmother’s faith legacy has impacted me, though I remember only meeting her once when I was 2. This scripture always made me think of her: ““A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous.” – Proverbs 13:22. I am sorry for the lost of your daughter’s mother-in-law – but rejoicing with you for the legacy she has left her family.
Thank you Maryleigh.How wonderful that your great grandmother left you such a faithful & rich legacy of the Lord. ☺️
Beautiful words, Jennifer. I’m sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, as far as family is concerned, whatever legacy I have to leave will not have anyone to receive it. I have never been married and have no siblings. But I hope something in my life will be passed down to friends and their children.
Thank you Diane. I’m sure your legacy will be the love & care you have shown to all who have met you throughout your life my friend.
Jennifer, I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your family member. I hope you and your family are doing well. Sending you a virtual hug.
Thank you Stephanie! ☺️
I’m sorry for the loss of your loved one. This is really thought provoking. Pausing to reflect on your words today.
Thank you for sharing with Sweet Tea & Friends this month dear friend. I’m so happy you’re here.
xo
Thank you Paula 😊
Thought provoking post!
Thank you Jeanne ☺️
Jennifer, I read your encouraging post a couple of days ago. I can’t remember why I didn’t comment. I am so sorry about the passing of a family member. Since the passing of my precious Daddy in March, I have been thinking about the legacy of faithfulness to God and his family. He and my beloved Mother left us a legacy to be emulated. May all who come behind us find us faithful, a song by Steve Green that you can find on YouTube. Your posts always point us to our Heavenly Father. Thank you sweet friend and blessings always!
Thank you Pam for your sweet encouraging words. I remember Steve Green, I’ll have to look that particular song up again. 😊
Blessings 💕
I love the collage. Old photos have so much charm and I’m often amazed by their quality.
Amalia
xo
Thank you Amalia, lovely having you join me here 😊
Dear Jennifer, I see your life as such a blessing to your dear ones! And I long to leave that same kind of blessing too. But even in my weaknesses (of which I am so aware) I do pray that my family would see & reap the benefits of leaning all the harder in Him. Thank you for your dear encouragement today. Your family is in my prayers during this season of loss. ❤️🙏
Thank you Bettie for your kind encouraging words & your prayers! Yes, in our weakness may they lean on the Lord all the more. Blessings to you today sweet friend 💕
Jennifer, I’m sorry for your family’s loss. What a gift to have godly family members to light our way. I’m so thankful Jesus put us in His family!
Thank you Debbie. I’m thankful too! 🥰