There’s just something about Christmas lights that draws us in. We drive through neighborhoods to see them, we smile when we pass them, and for a brief moment life feels warmer, brighter, and a little lighter. But what happens when the decorations come down and the darkness feels closer again?

In this episode of the Living Your Legacy Podcast, we talk about why our hearts are drawn to light, why it brings comfort and hope, and what it means to live as people who shine long after the season ends. Light has power. Even the smallest spark can bring direction, reassurance, and peace. And whether you realize it or not, your life carries that kind of light for someone else.

You were never meant to live hidden, dimmed, or discouraged. God placed a light inside you so others could see better, walk stronger, and find hope again. Today, we’re talking about how to uncover it, protect it, and let it shine in a world that desperately needs it.

Because you only get one life.
One light.
One legacy.

And how you shine it… matters.

Most believers want to hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” But what if those words didn’t just wait for us at the finish line—what if they shaped how we live today?

In this episode of The Living Your Legacy Podcast, we talk about what it truly means to run your race, fight for what matters, and live with no regrets. You’ll be challenged to stop comparing lanes, start living with purpose, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact on your family and future generations.

This episode will help you:

• Refocus on why you do what you do

• Run the race God uniquely designed for you

• Lead your family and others by example

• Live in a way that reflects faithfulness, sacrifice, and purpose

If you’re ready to stop worrying about approval and start living for “Well done,” this episode is for you.

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Your legacy is about who you play for and why you do it. When your team believes “our” name is more important than yours, there will be nothing they can’t accomplish. No one will care who gets credit because the team succeeds, and every member will be living your legacy. A legacy that won’t be forgotten because it's repeated and instilled for generations to come. So, who do you play for?

What if the direction of your entire life—and your legacy—hinged on just two simple words?

In this episode of The Living Your Legacy Podcast, host Steve Thompson explores the powerful invitation Jesus gave over 2,000 years ago: “Follow Me.”
These two words transformed fishermen into world changers… and they still hold the same weight for us today.

Steve unpacks:

• Why “Follow Me” is the most life-altering invitation you’ll ever receive

• How we often mirror the rich man who walked away from Jesus

• The struggle of following God on our terms instead of His

  If you’re ready to move forward, leave what’s old behind, and live your best legacy, this episode is for you.

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When I penned the words, “It’s a great day to live a great legacy,” little did I know how true they would be. And that’s why a quote by Nangten Menglan stopped me in my tracks, “Life is just one day. You're born on one day and you die on one day. You live in one day — yesterday is already dead, and tomorrow is yet to be born. Everything is happening today. Today is the only day of your life.”

When I heard that, something in my mind, my spirit, and my body said, “Pay attention.” Because I can do today, and today is all I really have. So make the most of today and enjoy today's episode.

It’s not Mother’s Day — but every day is a good day to honor the incredible love, sacrifice, and influence of mothers. In this episode, Steve Thompson reflects on timeless lessons from the classic book Pushing to the Front and explores how a mother’s love quietly shapes character, courage, and legacy.

Abraham Lincoln once said, “All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” From the simplest bedtime stories to life’s toughest lessons, mothers build futures through unseen acts of devotion.

Steve invites listeners to pause and remember the woman who helped etch their legacy into being — whether she’s still here or lives on in memory. This heartfelt episode is a reminder that a mother’s love doesn’t just raise a child — it raises generations.

In this episode, Steve Thompson explores something simple yet profoundly powerful — the hug.
Why do some people tense up while others lean in? What does a hug really say about our willingness to love, forgive, and connect?

Through personal reflection and real-life stories, Steve challenges us to open our arms — literally and spiritually — to embrace others while we still can. A single hug can heal a wound, mend a relationship, and even leave a legacy that lives on long after we’re gone.

If you want to live a legacy of love, grace, and acceptance, it might just start with one small act — a hug. Visit: lighthouselegacies.com
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In this episode of the Living Your Legacy podcast, Steve discusses the importance of developing a happiness habit that transcends material possessions and external achievements. He emphasizes the significance of purpose, gratitude, and simplicity in finding true joy and contentment in life. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, he encourages listeners to seek out small moments of joy, or 'breadcrumbs of joy,' and to cultivate a thankful heart as they strive to live a meaningful legacy.