You have given me the heritage of those who fear your
name (Psalm 61:5).
Our heritage is something that has been passed down from
preceding generations. One definition simply puts it: something that can be
inherited [10]. This brings to
mind two questions: What can those who fear God inherit that others cannot?
What can those who fear God pass along to their children that others cannot?
From my parents I inherited a love for the church. It has
always had and will always have a special place in my heart and in my
priorities. I also have a love for older saints. I see in them a devotion to
God and a spiritual maturity born of faithfulness in adversity. These are
things to which I aspire.
What can I pass along to my children? Hopefully the same
things. I also want my kids to utilize the brains God gave them to ask hard
questions while keeping their minds open that they might discern truth. I want
them to know that despite difficult times God has always been faithful to me,
and that they can count on him too.
But this verse is more about what we receive as children of
God than about what we receive from our parents. “I know the plans I have
for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans
to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah
29:11).
TODAY’S MEDITATION
Assuming the premise that
God keeps his promises, what do you have coming to you? Thank him in advance.
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