07/16/2026
One thing that has struck me while reading through Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles is the Bible’s emphasis on legacy.
When Saul was king, he was told that obedience would establish his kingdom. Yet time and again, he took matters into his own hands. Eventually, the kingdom was taken from his family and given to David.
David was far from perfect. He made significant mistakes. Yet throughout his life, he continually sought God’s counsel and, when he failed, sought God’s forgiveness.
Because of God’s covenant with David, his lineage continued through generation after generation, ultimately leading to Jesus.
As I read these accounts, I can’t help but notice how often Scripture speaks in terms of generations.
Not years.
Not quarters.
Not immediate results.
Generations.
Somewhere along the way, many of us have become consumed with making it through today. Paying bills. Solving immediate problems. Surviving the current season.
Those responsibilities matter. They are part of faithful stewardship.
But they shouldn’t crowd out the larger vision God may have for our lives, our families, and the generations that come after us.
Jesus reminds us:
“Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are?”- Matthew 6:26, NLT
Daily provision matters to God.
But so does legacy.
The challenge is learning how to faithfully manage today’s responsibilities without losing sight of tomorrow’s calling.
What legacy are you building that will outlive you?