Remembering
A beach-themed devotional
“These stones are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever.”
-Joshua 4:7b (NIV)
After the Israelites passed through the parted waters of the Jordan River, God told Joshua to have the people make a memorial out of twelve stones on the far bank. There was one stone representing each tribe of Israel, a symbol of God’s goodness and provision for them all. It was also to serve as a reminder to recount their faith experiences to later generations.
Sadly, it seems to be a human tendency to forget the work of God in our lives. We are touched by a profound experience of His presence, a long-awaited answer to prayer, or a providential encounter. Yet, somehow the busyness and distraction of ordinary living always manages to eclipse our experience of the supernatural.
We must be intentional about remembering.
Questions:
What rest, healing, or recuperation did you experience?
How do you experience Christian community?
How do you experience God?
Prayer: Spend some time thanking God for your experiences of Him. Ask for His help to stay attuned to His presence even in the midst of the busyness of life.
These devotionals are included in the materials for a beach-themed retreat centered around John 21:
