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)