As a result, we project this thinking toward God. That's not good Bible. We think short term and we limit God. They limited the Holy One of Israel. They were near sighted and resisted change.
Most people think only of themselves and no one else.
We can change the future, good or bad, with what we do or don't do today. We're so busy thinking about leaving the world, we don't care what shape we leave it in for others. But my righteousness will last forever, my salvation through all generations. This is not about your life, but for generations to come. I've seen what's out there and if only you'd do such and such grandpa, you wouldn't believe the change you'd make.