There is a book named ‘Die with Zero’ by Bill Perkins. The concept is that a person should earn well but also spend well. The money should be used for oneself and to gain more experience. After death, those memories would be cherished. Those who do not know Christ will be in hell; how can they cherish such memories? A person must not leave any inheritance for his/her children. Sadly, this reflects a worldly philosophy.
Good person: The Bible teaches that “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.” (Proverbs 13:22) A godly person works hard, earns enough, but also saves enough to give as an inheritance to his children. Not only children but also grandchildren. A selfish person cannot be a good person.
Generous person: A good person is also a generous person who does not spend all on himself. Instead, he seeks ways and means to pass it on to the next generation. Such a person also gives for the sake of the Kingdom of God, and stores treasure in heaven, too. (Matthew 6:20) It is more blessed to give than receive. (Acts 20:35)
Good examples: Godly parents are good parents and grandparents. Their life of godliness, generosity, graciousness, and righteousness is an inheritance passed on to children. Those children imitate their parents in godliness.
Good counsel: Great parents are those who teach truth, share the Most Holy faith, instruct values, and imprint righteousness in the hearts and minds of children. “Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.” (Proverbs 1:8-9) This counsel and advice are quoted from generation to generation.
Good prayers: Godly parents continuously pray for their children and grandchildren. God listens to the prayers of the parents and blesses, protects, and provides for the children. Great parents plead and petition to the Lord that their children may walk in the ways of the Lord, lead a righteous life, and be children of light.
Am I good from God’s perspective?