More Than Spectators: The Unique Role of Grandparents in Leaving a Legacy for the Next Generation
About this episode
This episode explores the vital role of grandparents in passing down faith and wisdom to future generations.
What are we passing on to those who come after us? In this episode, we explore the powerful and often overlooked role of grandparents, who are called not to be spectators but bridge-builders between generations. At the heart of the conversation is the Hebrew phrase L’dor V’dor (לְדוֹר וָדוֹר), meaning “from generation to generation,” a beautiful picture of faith, wisdom, and legacy being intentionally passed down. We discuss the tension many grandparents feel between stepping back too much and overstepping their role, and how healthy involvement can be one of the greatest gifts they offer their families. Investing in children and grandchildren often requires sacrifice, flexibility, and generosity, but it also creates opportunities to leave a lasting spiritual legacy. Grandparents have a unique opportunity to encourage their adult children while helping shape the faith and character of future generations. Three Key Roles of Grandparents: Rememberers: Passing down stories of God’s faithfulness and the lessons learned through both successes and failures. Blessers: Speaking life, truth, encouragement, and identity into the lives of children and grandchildren. Embodiers: Modeling a…
People in this episode
Host: Intentional
Topics covered
- grandparents
- legacy
- faith
- family
- spirituality
- intergenerational relationships
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: L’dor V’dor
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