Converge, Week 2

Day 2:
Stones of Remembrance
Devotional
Imagine standing by the Jordan River with Joshua and the Israelites, watching as twelve men carefully select stones from the riverbed. These weren’t just any rocks – they were memorial stones, physical reminders of God’s miraculous provision. God specifically commanded this act because He knew something profound: future generations need tangible reminders of His faithfulness. In our digital age, we might think physical things don’t matter for spiritual purposes. But God designed us to need both the spiritual and the physical working together. The stones Joshua’s men carried weren’t just rocks; they were sermon illustrations that would last for centuries, teaching tools that would help parents explain God’s power to their children. What stones of remembrance are you building in your life? These might be family traditions that center on Christ, consistent patterns of worship and service, or investments in your local church that will serve future believers. Just as those twelve stones didn’t accidentally end up as a memorial, the spiritual infrastructure in our lives requires deliberate action. We must choose to create lasting reminders of God’s faithfulness that will speak to our children and their children long after we’re gone.
Bible Verse
that this may be a sign among you. When your children ask in time to come, “What do those stones mean to you?” - Joshua 4:6
Reflection Question
What ‘memorial stones’ could you establish in your family or community that would serve as lasting reminders of God’s faithfulness for generations to come?
Quote
“Sometimes we have difficulty understanding that tangible things serve spiritual purposes, that physical atmospheres and physical environments are necessary for us to accomplish the mission of Jesus in our lives as well as the lives of others.”
Prayer
Father, help me to be intentional about creating lasting reminders of Your faithfulness. Show me how to build spiritual infrastructure that will teach future generations about Your goodness and power. Amen.