Proverbs 10:7 The memory of the righteous will be a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.

Day 7

Once again building on the previous verse we see the contrast between the righteous and
the wicked. What a beautiful thought that a righteous life is remembered; perhaps you
know people who modeled righteousness to you and even though they are gone
their example lingers. Again we are not told how it is a blessing but it’s not hard to imagine.
What a contrast in that the name of the wicked will rot. In the previous verse violence
comes from the mouth of the wicked; in this verse their name will rot. Shame and
dishonour will be their memory if they are remembered at all.

Later on we read in 22:1 A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed
is better than silver or gold.
What will we be remembered for? Will people think of us as a godly example,
someone to copy, or will we be remembered for all the wrong reasons?  

We all want to leave something for our children when we die, usually it’s
some money or some precious things; what better to leave a legacy of faith,
of faithfulness, to be known as someone who read our bibles and prayed,
who served the local church and to have been a good example.

1 Corinthians 11:1 Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.