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Thursday, February 6, 2014

Are you setting an example for the next generation? - Daily Bible Reflections February 6, 2014


GREATEST COMPLIMENT
 
“If your descendants watch how they live, and if they walk faithfully before me with all their heart and soul, you will never fail to have a successor on the throne of Israel.” – 1 Kings 2:4
 
One of the most influential person in my life was my grandfather. He always had a clever piece of advice or fascinating story to share.
       I still remember our most interesting conversation. He said that the greatest praise he had ever received came from an old colleague. After more than 30 years, they finally saw each other again. After introducing their families, his friend said, “You are very good. You raised great children and they raised great grandchildren for you. Your family will continue to grow beautifully.”
       It was moving because, quite often, our favorite compliments are about our careers, our personalities or looks or the material things we own. My grandfather, however, always insisted that his family defined his achievement in life and was proof of God’s blessing. He believed that those who had lived their lives in virtue and kindness would be given a lasting lineage full of love, happiness and wealth, one that was averse to misery and suffering.
       This means we must set an example for those who succeed us so that they may also live their lives as a testament to God’s Word. It is our next generation that will guide our future in the right direction. Eleanore Teo (elyo.lee@gmail.com)
 
Reflection: Are you setting an example for the next generation?
 
Lord, I look up to You in faith and You have never disappointed me. Let me be that same shining light to those around me.
 
Sts. Paul Miki and Companions, martyrs, pray for us.

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