Once upon a time there lived a family. We will call them the Smiths.
They were a very happy family, oh sure they went through rough times but overall they had nothing to complain about. They loved one another, Mr. Smith had done well in his business and they had a large house and nice cars.
But Mr. Smith didn’t have a will.
He had every intention of getting one done. In fact he and his wife talked about it every now and then, but he just hadn’t had the time to sit down and work one out. Besides, he was young and there was lots of time to sort that out.
Or is there?
Mr. Smith represents more than half of Canadians who do not have a will. We have good intentions but talking about our wills means discussing death and our own mortality. That certainly isn’t an easy subject!
What is the importance of a Will?
You may be wondering, why is it so important to draft a will in the first place? There are many reasons, it prevents unnecessary confusion during a difficult time, it allows you to leave a legacy to your children and, most importantly, it is an opportunity to better steward God’s money.
Stop the Confusion!
The death of a family member is an experience heartbreaking beyond compare. Without a will, those who grieve are forced to make difficult decisions and endure stress and expense which could be avoided.
Leaving a Legacy
Though how we wish to be remembered might vary from person to person, at the core we all do want to be remembered. There is no more effective way than to leave a will behind to bless future generations.
Stewarding God’s Resources
Finally, at More than Enough we operate on the premise that all of our resources belong to God. It is so important to create a will so you can honour the Lord by using his resources wisely.
So what do you need to do?
Now that you know why it is important to create a will, there are few things you need to do!
1) Pray
The creation of a will is not something to be taken lightly, and as with all decisions we make, God needs to be an important part of it. Pray about what the Lord would have you do and where he would have you place your resources.
2) Communicate with your Family
Don’t hesitate to speak with your spouse, your family and those you respect about how you are going to outline your will. There is no reason to create this important document on your own and having the input of family will open important conversations between all of you.
3) Talk to a Lawyer
Finally, it is important to seek professional advice when drawing up your will. Lawyers will often offer valuable insight and ask questions which you would not have thought of. If you are looking for a Christian lawyer to help you with your will, you can call More than Enough and we would be happy to point you in the right direction.
Don’t wait until tomorrow. Make sure you are prepared for the future and can live your life to the full. With a will, your family can have clarity about what the future will look like.
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