Judy Ten Elshof considers the story of Esther to understand how she perceived legacy. Elshof explains that Esther surrendered entirely to the legacy of God and urges her audience to do the same.
Pamela Pugh considers the unique impact that women are positioned to have on the world and explains that they have been gifted to bring unity, charity, and wisdom to society. Pugh goes on to show that legacy is not merely something left when a person dies, but the values that people live every day. She urges her audience to shape their legacy now.
Shelley Leith explains that vision must come before tactics when families plan their legacies. She relays her own parenting experience and discusses the importance of helping children to form and understand values for themselves. Leith shares her method of forming a mission statement and encourages her audience to use the method for their own lives and families.
Mary Keenan shares practical advice on establishing financial security for a household. She encourages her audience to write a will and think through estate planning and to spend wisely and avoid debt. Phyllis Hendry shares her testimony and encourages her audience to trust God's faithfulness.
As part of Biola's annual Ruby Women conference, a group of panelists answer questions regarding how to establish a family legacy. They discuss both financial and value legacies and offer practical advice to achieve both.