*MDL _~MY DAILY LIGHT Reflections_* TUESDAY, 17th JUNE WEEK 3: *LEGACY* TOPIC: *FAITH AND SPIRITUALITY* - 2Timothy 1:3-5 _*"I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day; Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy; When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also."*_ - Psalm 103:17-18 _*"But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children's children; To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them."*_ *CHARACTERS:* _*Abraham*_ Abraham's faith is a spiritual example of trusting God's promises and obeying His will, even when circumstances seemed impossible. His life demonstrates the power of faith in shaping a legacy that impacts future generations. _*Eleazar*_ Eleazar, in 2Sam 23:9-10, showed great faith and courage in battle, striking down the Philistines. His actions reflect the importance of exercising his authority by faith and bravery in the face of adversity. _"Faith keeps trusting in God's plan and promises, even when the journey gets tough"_ *REFLECTIONS:* - *Assess Your Faith*: Take an honest look at your faith journey. Are there areas where you feel strong and others where you feel weak? - *Identify Key Areas of Growth*: What aspects of your faith do you need to nurture and develop? Is it trust, obedience, or perseverance? - *Apply Faith in Daily Life*: How can you apply your faith in practical ways to build a stronger legacy for future generations? _"A legacy of faith is built on the foundation of trust, obedience, and perseverance"_ *APPLICABLE ACTIONS:* - *Pray and Seek Guidance*: Seek God's guidance through prayer and reflection to strengthen your faith. - *Study Scripture*: Regularly study the Bible to deepen your understanding of God's plan and promises. - *Act in Faith*: Take steps of faith, even when uncertain, to build trust in God's sovereignty. _"When you live authentically and with integrity, you inspire future generations to do the same"_ *CONCLUSION:* Faith and spirituality are essential components of building a legacy that honors God and impacts future generations. By nurturing our faith, trusting God's plan, and living authentically, you will create a lasting legacy that reflects your values and beliefs. _"There's More to a legacy of faith than what you believe; it's about how you live out your beliefs daily in actions and decisions"_ *PRAYERS:* * Lord, I pray that You would strengthen my faith and help me to trust Your plans and promises. Give me the courage to live out my faith authentically and with integrity." In Jesus' name. Amen 🙏. Now, I pray for you today, that you would experience a deepening of your faith and spirituality. May the Holy Spirit help you to trust in God sovereignty and live out your faith with courage and integrity." In Jesus' name. Amen 🙏. *FURTHER BIBLE READINGS:* - Hebrews 11:1-6 (Faith and Assurance) - James 2:14-26 (Faith and Works) - Psalm 119:1-8 (Walking in God's Ways) _*More blessings 🙌*_