It’s not half so sensible to leave legacies when one dies as it
is to use the money wisely while alive, and enjoy making one’s fellow creatures
happy with it.
~~Louise May Alcott
This
morning’s prayer and meditation for Sally’s healing comes from Take Heart, Oh God: Riches from the Greatest
Christian Women Writers of All Time.
What
legacy will you leave? What will those left behind say of you after you are gone?
“She
really worked hard to get to the top.”
“Her
house was spotless.”
“She
always dressed so nice.”
“She
left behind a lot of money.”
Sounds
a little empty, doesn’t it? Especially when life is in front of us to be lived
and enjoyed! The resources you have should be used to make your “fellow creatures
happy,” As Louisa May Alcott said. So what if your home is not spotless? All of
the neighborhood kids enjoy gathering there. So what if your clothes are a little
ragged? You choose to put your money toward something more lasting.
What
better legacy to leave than memories of the joy we gave to others? What if we lived
knowing that all that makes us unique—our talents, love, passions, and resources—are
to bless other? The possibilities are thrilling!
Prayer
for Meditation
Lord, help me bring joy to those in my
world today!
Scripture
for Meditation
As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to
God. The time of my death is near. I have fought the good fight, I have
finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits
me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give
me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who
eagerly look forward to his appearing.
Music
for Meditation
Loving God, Loving Each Other
If you feel led to do so,
please post a note of encouragement in the comment section below, or send
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