March Digest x Jeff Johnson "I stand in awe"

                                                                   
It has been a while, and I haven't updated my blog with monthly digests. So I thought I'd record things that have been wandering in my brain here before I lose them.

Tidbits of sermons:
1. Leaving a legacy to impact this world in a godly manner. Legacy isn't about convenience, but faithfulness. A legacy begins with a deeply rooted identity in Christ. 
Reminded me of what I read regarding Sarah Edwards, Jonathan Edwards' wife. Her own faithfulness naturally poured into her family consisting of 11 children! WOWZA! Her support freed Jonathan to pursue his calling. She left an impression on all those she encountered including the frequent travelers and apprentices in and out of her house. Her descendants are doctors, lawyers, presidents, missionaries, pastors, etc. Take home message: my life is not about just me. How will I be a good steward now, to love and care for the next generation?

2. Change comes from gospel grace through faith and repentance. Repentance is the humility that invites grace in. Worship with and for God is broken when we pursue our idols. We must clearly see the realities and gravity of sin. I rename my sin by calling a lack of love, bluntness. OUCH my heart :O There is a difference between honesty and being hurtful. I'm quick to judge and speak, I need grace and I need to extend grace more.