How Do I Leave a Legacy of Faith? (Psalm 71) | Daily Devotional & Bible Study

Many believers long to make an impact that reaches the next generation. Today we study Psalm 71, a prayer that encourages us to live a life that tells the world about God's faithfulness. These reflections will help us leave behind a legacy of faith.

"I will come with the mighty deeds of the Lord GOD; I will make mention of Your righteousness, Yours alone." (Psalm 71:16)

Questions this episode answers

What is Psalm 71 about?

Psalm 71 is a prayer from someone who has trusted God since youth and is now growing older. The psalmist asks God not to forsake him in old age. He wants to keep declaring God's strength to the next generation.

How can I leave a spiritual legacy?

Share your stories of God's faithfulness with your children, friends, and church. Live consistently so others can see your faith in action. Psalm 71:18 shows a desire to declare God's strength to those who come after us.

Does God stay faithful as we age?

Yes. Psalm 71 is a picture of lifelong trust, from birth to gray hair. God's faithfulness does not run out as the years go by.

Links

Telling each other what God has done is a big part of our contemplative Bible study retreat in Maui, where a small group of women study the Psalms together.

Bible Study Live is a small-group Bible study trip with Rachael Groll. Study Scripture where it happened in Rome, or slow down for a contemplative Bible study retreat in Maui. Dates and details at BibleStudyLive.org

Listen ad-free, plus the full library of past series, on Patreon: patreon.com/HearingJesus

Questions or prayer requests? Leave me a voicemail: SpeakPipe

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices