God rescues David from the pit and sets his feet on solid rock, giving him a new song of praise to share. In this study of Psalm 40, Dr. John explores David's powerful testimony of deliverance, his insights about faith versus religious ritual, and his honest admission that new troubles are already emerging. This Psalm captures the realistic rhythm of Christian living—celebrating God's victories while preparing for fresh battles that require continued dependence on Him.

Reasons for Worship: In a world of political turmoil, personal struggles, and the apparent prosperity of evil, where should believers place their trust? Dr. John’s series on Psalms 33–41 called “Reasons for Worship” explores God’s faithfulness amid life’s challenges. From David’s escapes to his reflections on the wicked, these psalms offer practical wisdom for trusting God, finding hope in desperate circumstances, and keeping faith when evil seems to prevail. This series brings both comfort and challenge, pointing to the God who is completely trustworthy in every season.

Dr. Ken Wilgus encourages parents to deliberately work their way out of the parenting role by the time their child is 18, and instructs them to see their teenagers as young adults, not large children. He offers tips on how to progressively give your teen more responsibility, along with examples of how to have difficult conversations on a range of topics, from music choices to dating.

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When you do something wrong, it is no one’s fault but yours. You can’t blame your parents, your friends, your co-workers, or anyone else. You are ultimately responsible for your actions.

What will people remember about you when your life is over? This devotional explores what it means to leave behind a faithful legacy that blesses future generations.

Through the surprising story of Alfred Nobel, who transformed his reputation from an inventor of explosives to the founder of the Nobel Prizes, we’re reminded that it’s never too late to change your impact. A legacy isn’t just about wealth — it’s about the values, faith, and love we pass on to others.

God calls us to focus on what has eternal value and to intentionally build an inheritance of faith, character, and purpose for those who come after us.

✨ Highlights

• The surprising lesson from Alfred Nobel’s mistaken obituary and how it changed his life

• Why your legacy is more than money — it includes faith, character, wisdom, and prayer

• How Proverbs 13:22 challenges us to focus on eternal impact over temporary success

• Practical ways to build a faithful legacy through daily habits and intentional choices

• Encouragement that it’s never too late to start fresh with God and inspire future generations

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Full Transcript Below:

What Legacy Will You Leave?

By: Whitney Hopler

“A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.” – Proverbs 13:22, NIV

Imagine waking up, opening the newspaper, and seeing your own obituary printed there. That’s exactly what happened to Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite. But the obituary wasn’t supposed to be his. It was a mistake. His brother had died, but the newspaper got it wrong and repo

How much does Jesus matter—and how much does my response to him matter? What is at stake when it comes to what we think of him and what we say of him? And, more fundamentally, what is at stake in the ministry of Jesus Christ itself? The stakes are higher than we might imagine because Jesus is engaged in a clash of kingdoms.