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December 14, 2006 at 12:26 pm | In Church, Family | 7 Comments

Lately I’ve begun to wonder about what kind of legacy I will leave my children. I suppose it comes with advancing years, or maybe it all started when Nathan suggested the word patriarch to describe my changing roll in the lives of my family. All I know is that I’ve begun to consider how the way I live my life today will manifest itself in my kid’s and their kids’ lives years from now.

Neither Martina nor I were raised in Christian homes, so we had no guidance other than that which we gleaned from the Bible and Christian books. I think that guidance served us fairly well; so far the evidence suggests that we didn’t screw up our kids too badly. However, I’ve recently gained a glimpse into the powerful and positive influence Godly forbearers can be.

I went to a wedding recently where the bride and groom took time in the ceremony to have his grandfather come and serve them communion in what was a very private moment that we the guests were privileged to witness. This simple act spoke volumes to me that day. How awesome is it, that on this very important day in their lives, this young couple wanted his grandfather to participate in so meaningful a way. I also sorrowed that there was no corresponding person in my own life. And finally, I determined that I wanted to be that kind of man for my children and grandchildren. I very much want to build into the lives of our kids and our grand kids. How awesome to be able to provide them with a foundation of Biblical truths and wisdom that they can build their lives on.

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I already wish I had a role model like you in our family!!!

Comment by jennita — December 14, 2006 #
Though I am a year or two younger than yourself, I have been thinking about this as well. It started for me when Matt recently talked about Satan’s attempt to influence our lives, and (I am heavily paraphrasing here) that he was even more pleased to wreck the chance of your children’s salvation as he would be to wreck your own. That floored me. I often think of my soul as barely worth God (or Satan for that matter) bothering with– but the kids? They are all amazing creatures, and all three of them are so much closer to Christ than I have ever been– I just know old cloven-hooves is chomping at the bit to get to THEM. So it encourages me to be stronger, to be more pure, to be a shield protecting my children’s faith.

Comment by geektom — December 14, 2006 #
i really hope you dont take this the wrong way, but you are the patriach of a lot of peoples family, who dont have a good (sightly older) christian man to model after. sorry if that seems a little heavy and a large burden for you but look at it as a bonus sure you didnt ask for it but we saw something in you that gave you that role in our lives.

Comment by Amanda Gomez — December 15, 2006 #
You are an awesome example for me in my life. The legacy that you are leaving for your kids, and grandkids is truly one to be admired and followed!

Comment by Scott — December 16, 2006 #
It just takes one to decide to cut a new path for his family. As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. It takes just one man.

Comment by Nathan — December 19, 2006 #
I can already see the wake of your legacy as you sail through the waters of discipleship. I thank God that He sent you to Sandals. You are not only affecting the lives of your children, but mine as well. Your loyalty speaks volumes as does your commitment to participate in the lives God sends your way. Sail on, Captain!
Love Ya! Peggy

Comment by Peggy Brown — December 20, 2006 #
I think at some point in our lives we all wonder wonder about what kind of legacy we will leave our children. As parents, we can only do our best to be a good role model.

Comment by Rose — December 28, 2006 #