Yesterday, I was walking in the snow toward a restaurant. As I walked, I looked down and saw my own footprints from the day before. For some reason, I didn’t want to disturb my footprints, so I walked a path next to them. It was like I didn’t want to disturb my legacy from the day before.
Often, we walk in the steps of those we admire. It may be one of our parents, a famous person, or just someone whose life we can relate to. Those who believe in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord want to walk in His footsteps, becoming more like Him every day. We want to live in the legacy of love and sacrifice that He laid before us.
Ephesians 5:1-2 says, “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Children naturally imitate their parents in many ways. Therefore, as children of God we ought to imitate our Heavenly Father, especially in love for Him and for others.
Reluctant Retiree 