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.

Converge, Week 2

Day 1:
Building for Tomorrow
Devotional
Have you ever wondered what legacy you’re leaving behind? In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in immediate needs and urgent demands. We focus on what’s right in front of us, forgetting that the future is coming. But God calls us to think differently – to think generationally. When we look at our lives, our families, and our churches, we must ask ourselves: are we building something that will last? Are we creating a foundation that will serve our children and their children? It’s about establishing spiritual infrastructure that demonstrates to everyone around us that Jesus is Lord. Think about the decisions you make today. Your choices in how you spend your time, invest your resources, and prioritize your commitments are all building blocks for tomorrow. Every act of faithfulness, every moment of discipleship, every investment creates a legacy that extends beyond your lifetime. When we build with eternity in mind, we’re not just serving future generations – we’re becoming more like Christ ourselves. This generational thinking transforms how we approach everything from our personal devotions to our family relationships to our church involvement.
Bible Verse
We will not hide them from their children,
but tell to the coming generation
the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might,
and the wonders that he has done.
He established a testimony in Jacob
and appointed a law in Israel,
which he commanded our fathers
to teach to their children,
- Psalm 78:4-5
Reflection Question
What specific legacy are you building today that will help future generations understand that Jesus is Lord, and how might your current priorities need to shift to align with this generational vision?
Quote
“This is a generational view of faith. This is about obeying God by investing your life in ways that make it obvious to everyone around you, even generations to come, that Jesus is Lord.”
Prayer
Lord, help me to see beyond my immediate circumstances and think with eternal perspective. Give me wisdom to build a legacy that points future generations to You. Amen.

Converge, Week 1

Day 5:
Walking Like Jesus Walked
Devotional
What does it mean to truly follow Jesus? Is it enough to attend church, read your Bible, and avoid major sins? While these are important, Jesus calls us to something more comprehensive - to walk as He walked. Jesus perfectly embodied both depth and breadth in His ministry. He knew Scripture intimately, often quoting and explaining it with authority that amazed the crowds. Yet He also lived on mission, constantly reaching out to the lost, the broken, and the marginalized. His doctrine informed His mission, and His mission expressed His doctrine. When we claim to follow Jesus but ignore either aspect of His example, we’re following an incomplete version of Him. If we pursue knowledge without mission, we become like the Pharisees - technically correct but practically useless. If we pursue mission without doctrine, we risk losing our way and serving a Jesus of our own imagination rather than the Jesus of Scripture. Walking like Jesus walked means allowing deep biblical truth to fuel passionate service to others. It means studying God’s Word not just to win arguments but to win hearts. It means serving others not just with good intentions but with biblical wisdom. As you consider your own walk with Christ, remember that following Jesus faithfully requires both the depth of doctrine and the breadth of mission. This is how we become the kind of disciples who can make other disciples.
Bible Verse
Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked. - 1 John 2:6
Reflection Question
Looking at Jesus’ example of combining deep biblical knowledge with active mission, what specific step can you take this week to better align your life with His pattern?
Quote
“A life of mission undergirded by depth of doctrine is how you walk like Jesus walked.”
Prayer
Jesus, I want to walk as You walked - with deep knowledge of the Father and passionate love for the lost. Help me to follow Your example of combining theological depth with missional breadth. Make me a faithful disciple who can make other disciples.