Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

Story Stewards

Deuteronomy 4:1-9
Take heed . . . lest you forget the things your eyes have seen . . . . And teach them to your children and your grandchildren. (Deut 4:9)
Many people take great care to make sure their resources are used well after they die. They set up trusts, write wills, and establish foundations to guarantee that their assets will continue to be used for a good purpose after their life on earth is done. We call this good stewardship.
Equally important, however, is being good stewards of our life story. God commanded the Israelites not only to teach their children His laws but also to make sure they knew their family history. It was the responsibility of parents and grandparents to make sure their children knew the stories of how God had worked in their behalf (Deut. 4:1-14).
God has given each of us a unique story. His plan for our lives is individualized. Do others know what you believe and why? Do they know the story of how you came to faith and how God has worked in your life to strengthen your faith? Do they know how God has shown Himself faithful and has helped you through doubts and disappointments?
The faithfulness of God is a story that we have the privilege to pass on. Record it in some way and share it. Be a good steward of the story that God is telling through you.
PRAYER
Dear Lord, let my life be a story of witness for the generations who look up to me.Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
A life lived for God leaves a lasting legacy.

Christian Education Forum, Diocese of NAE of the Mar Thoma Church

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