In this sermon, Pastor Scotty Brown explores the powerful legacy of faith through the story of Jacob blessing his grandsons, Ephraim and Manasseh, in Genesis 48. Drawing on personal anecdotes and biblical history, Pastor Scotty challenges us to consider the lasting impact we will have on our families and communities. Will our lives reflect the faithfulness of Christ, or will we succumb to doubt and self-reliance? He contrasts the lives of Billy Graham and Charles Templeton, illustrating how faith in God's Word shapes history for good or ill. Join us as we reflect on how God is writing His story through us and how we can leave a legacy that points to Jesus.
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00:00 Opening and Scripture Reference
00:06 Reminder to Vote and the Weight of History
00:22 Living in God’s Story: Our Place in His History
02:10 Jacob’s Blessing on Ephraim and Manasseh
04:35 The Legacy of Faith: What Are You Passing Down?
07:20 Grandparenting, Family, and the Power of Example
10:50 The Bible: History’s Unshakeable Foundation
13:44 A Tale of Two Legacies: Charles Templeton vs. Billy Graham
18:56 A Father’s Blessing: Ephraim and Manasseh
21:30 The Crossed Hands: A Prophetic Reversal
26:05 God’s Provision Through Generations
29:10 Manasseh and Ephraim’s Future in God’s Plan
33:25 Joshua and Samuel: Leaders from Ephraim
36:50 The Tragedy of Ephraim’s Idolatry
42:40 Missed Blessings: The Cost of Sin and Disobedience
46:10 Jacob’s Final Words and Prophecy Over Joseph
48:50 Building a Legacy of Faith for Future Generations
50:55 Prayer and a Call to Surrender to God’s Will
