A Legacy of Loyalty

We live in an age of punditry and “posting” that encourages us to evaluate everything in real time. Is this decision good or bad? Is this person right or wrong? Is this effort worthwhile or wasteful? Kendrick or Drake? Tell me! Quick! Make up your mind! Opine! Post! Now before the news cycle/trend/fashion/cause-of-the-day changes!

Wisdom, and biblical wisdom in particular, warns against such haste. When it comes to understanding and learning from a leader, we often cannot fully evaluate such a character until history patiently proves his or her legacy. We will close off our micro-series on the life of King David by considering his life from the perspective of Israel’s subsequent kings. What really distinguished David from these many Israelite leaders? What about his long life and legacy distinguished him as one after God’s own heart? And how might we posture and prioritize our own lives for a truly meaningful legacy?