You know how the Bible says that Christians are the body of Christ? I take that to mean, at least in part, that I am supposed to be a physical means by which God shows his love to the world.
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For instance, God doesn’t use his own physical hands to work here on earth. But if God lives in me, then when I use my hands to do kind things for others, God is doing his work through me.
So, I think that mainly, I want to be remembered for being a person that God used to show love and kindness that makes other people’s lives better in some way.
This could be done by a variety of means; bringing some cheerful sunshine into someone’s day, doing something practical to ease someone’s pain, giving a listening ear to someone who is hurting, helping someone who is struggling, encouraging someone, making someone laugh, and so on.
If I spend my life being the kind hands of Jesus to the people around me, well, that is not a wasted life; it’s a life well-spent.
Amen, sister. Well said.
This is exactly the message in a song by Jewel entitled “Hands.” You should look it up, and read the lyrics, too.
Yes.
My first thought was that I’d like my kids to remember me as a good mom. I love what you said, Kristen. I also want to be remembered for a person God used to show His love (also being a good mom!).
Amen
I want to be remembered as a person who dealt with some very difficult situations without becoming verbally abusive and staying calm.
I do think that you clearly are doing what you seek to do, from your post. You ARE making the world a better place, Kristen.
So much wisdom and love comes through this post, Kristen. What you shared is exactly what I see when I see you 🙂
Oh, I am so happy to hear this. Thank you for your encouraging words!