By Dr. Paul L. H. Olson | Faith Legacy Blog Anchored in Tony Dungy’s Uncommon Life Daily Challenge — “The Rewards of Patience” (May 30) “Be patient with everyone.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:14 “But those who wait on the Lord…
As our nation’s leaders and citizens honored the memory of President Gerald R. Ford last month, I wish I had a dollar for every time a reporter or pundit used the word “legacy.” The irony is that our 38th president…
Every person leaves a mark on the world. Some marks wash away quickly, like footprint in the sand, while others endure for generations. These enduring marks—our influence, beliefs, values, character, and lived faith—form what is known as a spiritual and…
I well remember the day I met Earl Bowman Jr. He sought me out and, with a warm smile, asked all about me. He showed genuine interest and grace. When he learned that I had spent my early years in…
When his father faced the end of life, Bruce Schultz received more than words of blessing—he was entrusted with a family journal and a sacred responsibility. In this moving story, he reflects on how faith, resilience, and redemption are threads that bind generations together, and how sharing our stories becomes a legacy for those yet to come.
There are few things more important to an aging parent or grandparent than a desire to pass along a history, a legacy if you will, that is their own version. The problem so often is that memory fades or is…
Life isn’t just about ticking off achievements – it’s about living with purpose and creating a legacy that outlasts us. Too often we find ourselves “climbing the ladder of success only to realize that it’s leaning against the wrong wall.” …
Check out an excellent article by Mike Sharrow, which discusses how faith and work, rather than being separate parts of our lives, can go hand in hand as we serve God with our lives. Feel free to share your thoughts…
In a world chasing platforms and recognition, we can easily forget that some of the most important kingdom work happens right at home. Your family—whether it’s your children, your spouse, or those you welcome in—is your first and most lasting…
Check out this video about Paul Olson, Dave Nelson, and Jon Christenson, tracing the legacy they are leaving through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes ministry. When Paul Olson was a football coach, he started an FCA “huddle”, through which Dave…