9 Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. Deuteronomy 7:9
Do you think about the generations that came before you? I sometimes reflect on my family tree and what kind of life they lived back in the day. They certainly didn't have the same modern conveniences and it probably impacted the way they lived. In many ways I think they worked harder than I do and longer hours. I know that they had more time to reflect because they didn't have so many distractions, and certainly they had probably many more moments with epiphanies during those times alone and in quiet solitude. It is not often that you can find quiet solitude these days, but you can find time to pull yourself away from the distractions. Maybe take the time to think of the impact you can have on the generations to come as you reflect on the generations past. Years ago decisions were made to raise a family by previous generations in my family line, and to carry on the family name. Those decisions have impacted me and I know I would not have gotten along without knowing God, and who He is. The generation prior to me taught me about fearing God, having true respect, and keeping the commands He has set forth. I know my Father in Heaven loves me and He is faithful. While not all generations have someone that made a personal decision about letting God lead their life, it is not too late for those who haven't asked to be led yet. We just need to be led so our next generations can lead appropriately. Think about the past but also the future, for God wants all to come to Him.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
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