“We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done.” (Ps 78:4)

We know that our time on earth is short, but we live in a culture that works hard to deny the aging process. But the fact remains that we don’t know when the end will come, and death is no respecter of persons.

This hit home for my family earlier this summer when my mom’s middle brother, David, passed away. She’s lost three of her five brothers in the last four years. Uncle David needed bypass surgery for a blockage in his heart. His body wasn’t strong enough to recover from the surgery, and he died at the hospital a week later.

My uncle lived in Louisiana and Florida for most of his adult life, but I got to know him over the last year or so when we connected on Facebook. His legacy was clear: he was a good, kindhearted man, musically gifted, and he loved his family and friends well. I heard many heartwarming stories about him during his funeral service.

My uncle’s death has me thinking about legacy, living intentionally, and focusing on things of lasting value. I wonder, am I leaving a legacy that honors God?

I write devotionals and this blog in an effort to do just that. Hopefully, you see Jesus through the words I write. I bring my Christian worldview to my editing business and strive to work for each client with integrity.

Years from now, no one will remember my name. And that’s okay. If I leave the world a better place, if I impact people for God’s kingdom, if someone reads my blog and knows and understands God’s love and grace more than they did before, then that’s all that matters.

Dear Jesus, help me leave a legacy that invites people to know you and your love for them. I pray they see you and remember your name above all else. Amen.