I've often listened to eulogies for friends and family and wondered what might be said about me when my time comes. It's a sobering thought to realize that one day, someone will stand up and share their memories and experiences of the life I've lived. Naturally, I'd want them to focus on the good things, but life isn't always filled with only positive moments—there are bound to be challenges. What if I took the time to write my eulogy now and then committed to living in a way that aligns with those words?
Writing my eulogy while I'm still alive is a profound exercise that forces me to confront my values, aspirations, and the legacy I want to leave behind. It's an opportunity to envision how I want to be remembered, not just in general terms, but in how I showed up for others—as a family member, friend, coworker, and even as a source of support and hope for those in need.
When I imagine my eulogy, I ask myself: What do I want my family, friends, and coworkers to say about me? Was I present, loving, and dependable? Did I make an effort to understand and support them in their journeys? My eulogy might reflect the times I made sacrifices, the moments we shared laughter, and the lessons I imparted. It's about being remembered as someone who loved and demonstrated that love through meaningful actions and words.
Most importantly, what do I want Jesus to say about how I lived the life He gave me? Will He see that I was there for others as He was? What will He say about my attitude and how I treat others? Did I act with integrity, or did I harm others for my own gain?
Ultimately, writing our eulogy isn't about contemplating death but guiding how we live.
How about you? What will your eulogy say? Will someone have to search for great things to say about you? Do you care what they’ll say? Now is the time to shape the story they'll tell.
Watch for the blind spots.
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