Monthly Archives: August 2012

Choosing Your Legacy

Posted on August 31, 2012 by familyencouragement

I have always loved baseball.     Besides playing in organized leagues my friends and I played in our front yard, the back yard, and in the street.   We used real bats and balls and sometimes we used a wiffle bat and … Continue reading →

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A Legacy of Loving People

Posted on August 29, 2012 by familyencouragement

One benefit of focusing on the heart in training your children is not only a legacy of godliness that lasts, but it will also enable them to get along better with people.   There is an emphasis today on developing “people … Continue reading →

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Focus Determines Legacy

Posted on August 27, 2012 by familyencouragement

What causes children to reject the faith of their parents?   In previous posts I have given three primary reasons – a poor example from the parents, a lack of teaching about God from their life message, and a focus … Continue reading →

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A Meaningful Legacy is Heart Work

Posted on August 24, 2012 by familyencouragement

It is possible to leave a legacy that honors the Lord and benefits society.   To do so is not haphazard, but the byproduct of incorporating three essential behaviors in your parenting.   These are given to us in the Bible and … Continue reading →

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The Necessity of Informal Teaching

Posted on August 22, 2012 by familyencouragement

One of the absolutes in leaving a lasting legacy that honors the Lord is that we are teaching vital lessons to our children.   The word “legacy” involves passing down what you have been given or have learned.    This is … Continue reading →

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Teaching Effectively for a Godly Legacy

Posted on August 20, 2012 by familyencouragement

Some of the most influential people in our lives are those that teach us.   We have a deep sense of gratitude for the lessons, truths and skills they have helped us to learn.    Especially as we grow older we realize … Continue reading →

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Making a Mark that Lasts

Posted on August 16, 2012 by familyencouragement

Leaving a godly legacy in your family is not guesswork, but it is hard work. The Lord has given us some basic responsibilities that will allow us to imprint eternal values on the lives of our children. There are a … Continue reading →

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Legacy and Learning

Posted on August 14, 2012 by familyencouragement

Successful parenting is not the result of haphazard actions.   Godly children are not the result of parents that got lucky somehow.    I believe it is the kind grace of God using parents that desire to honor Him through applying His … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Good Example

Posted on August 13, 2012 by familyencouragement

My parents taught me many valuable truths that shaped my life for good and that I remember to this day, even in my mid-50’s.   I am grateful to them for those formal lessons and instructive words.    However, what changed my … Continue reading →

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Requirements of a Godly Legacy

Posted on August 10, 2012 by familyencouragement

My brother was an All-American football player in high school, and had the privilege to play both in college and at the professional level.   He has a legacy in athletics and is well-known in our community because of it.   … Continue reading →

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