The Legacy Question Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets - Part 3 September 22, 2024 “A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.” Proverbs 27:12 (NLT) Q#1 - The Integrity Question: Am I being honest with myself... Really? Q#2 - The Legacy Question: What story do I want to tell? This question helps us remember that we’re writing our stories one decision at a time. This question helps us think about later now. Don’t ever trade what's ultimate for what’s immediate! This question reminds us that our story shapes the stories of others. Our stories become their stories! “8But Joseph refused. ‘Look,’ he told her, ‘my master trusts me with everything in his entire household. 9No one here has more authority than I do. He has held back nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How could I do such a wicked thing? It would be a great sin against God.’” Genesis 39:8-9 (NLT) “But the Lord was with Joseph in the prison and showed him His faithful love.” Genesis 39:21 (NLT) “You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people.” Genesis 50:20 (NLT) What story do I want to tell? Q#2 - The Legacy Question: What story do I want to tell? “You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good.” Genesis 50:20 (NLT)