As we approach the joyous season of Christmas, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the profound significance of Christ in our lives. For many, Christmas is not just a celebration of the birth of Jesus; it is a reminder of the confidence and hope that His coming brings to the world. We can have [...]
Thanksgiving—a time to reflect on God’s blessings and our legacy—a time to cultivate a Thanksgiving legacy. As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, many of us will take a moment to reflect on the blessings that fill our lives—family, friends, health, and the abundance of food. But for those of us striving to live [...]
It can be easy to take our relationships for granted. After all, if we are blessed to bear children, by default, we are related to them, but this does not mean we have an automatic relationship. Building a relational legacy requires building capacity and intentionality in our relationships. Building Relational Capacity Our busy lives leave [...]
Each season has its ups and downs, but the season of the empty nest is like no other. While some celebrate the return to a calm, peaceful existence that screams freedom, others struggle to find their sense of purpose and try to fill the void that screams what feels like the loss of their family. [...]
Legacy planning is more about preparation than the belongings we own. Clarity in your intentions and in the details of your estate helps to prepare loved ones' hearts and eases the transition when you may no longer be around. Leaving a thoughtful financial legacy depends on how we communicate, designate, donate, and relate to our [...]
Every summer has its own potential legacy. Will it be time frittered away or time well spent? Maybe it can be a time to build relationships. Or maybe it can be an opportunity to invest in things that the rest of the year does not afford the time to do. The legacy of summer is [...]
Happy New Year! The year is off to a roaring start and it is my prayer that as you reflect on 2018 that you have some fond memories and as you look forward to 2019 it will be your most joyful, blessed year yet. Each year we marvel at what God has done and wonder [...]
Taking care of business is not just for the here and now. It is also not just about monetary profit today and tomorrow. Our business can be an engine of blessing that impacts our team, those we serve, and those yet to be a part of the business. A Holy Calling Ephesians 2:10 “For we [...]
"I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God's mysterious plan, which is Christ himself." Colossians 2:2 NLT The anticipation of Christmas draws near and we all look forward to cherished time with loved ones. The gifts we buy [...]
"One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts." (Psalm 145:4 (ESV) The legacy we seek to leave is done so moment by moment. Our family legacy is formed individually—each one contributes to the collective legacy left. And as we seek to cultivate a legacy that endures, our personal legacy [...]
