The Legacy Worth Leaving

Psalm 78:6-7
"That the generation to come might know them, even the children which should be born... That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep his commandments."

 

We live in a time when true Christianity feels rare—a remnant generation, as Scripture often describes. In Psalm 78, God reminds us of our sacred duty: to pass on the knowledge of His Word, His works, and His ways to the generation that follows.

This legacy is not just about what we say, but how we live. Fathers, mothers, teachers—our children are watching. They see our struggles, hear our prayers, and notice whether the name of Christ is spoken in reverence, not at all, or worse as a curse. It is not enough to be culturally Christian. Our homes must be altars of praise, our routines filled with reminders of God’s strength and goodness.

For the younger generation, Psalm 78 is a call to recognize the rebellion that lies naturally within the heart. It is a call to bravery—not the kind that charges into battle, but the quiet, steady courage to follow God when no one else does.

Whether you're 7 or 70, today is the day to ask God to "set your heart aright." Ask Him to remove the stubbornness and replace it with a heart that delights in His commands. Let us be faithful stewards of His truth so that the next generation does not forget the mighty works of the Lord.


Prayer:

Lord, help me to teach Your truth diligently and to live it out bravely. Soften my heart when I resist, and make me steadfast in following You. May the next generation know and praise You because of the legacy we leave. Amen.