All of us have had moments in our lives that have forever changed the direction we were headed. Moments that have shaped who we are today. For some of us it may have been our first car, a first date, our first real job. Sometimes these moments are not good or pleasant moments, but they still shape our lives. The Bible tells us of a time in the lives of the Israelites when God commanded them to build memorials. In Joshua chapter 4, the Israelites had just crossed the river Jordan while it was at flood stage. God had miraculously parted the waters and allowed them to cross on dry ground. God then commands them to collect 12 stones and build a monument on the other side of Jordan where they would spend the night. This collection of stones would serve three purposes: 1) It would serve as a reminder to them and to their children. 2) It would be a testimony to the world as to what God is able to do for us. 3) It would remind them to always fear or have a holy reverance for God.
The monuments in our lives serve the same purpose. As believers, we are to build "monument" that will allow us to share with our children how good God has been, to let our friends and family know what God can do for them, and to keep our hearts in the right place. Have you built any lately? Have you gone back lately to some places where God really moved in your life? If not, do so. Some of us are perhaps struggling right now. Life has not been easy. I challenge you to "go back" to some places in your life where God was faithful and let that be an encouragement to you. Remember that Jesus is the same "yesterday, today, and forever." God bless
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