Monuments of Faith
Have you ever had a moment in life when God showed up so clearly, so undeniably, that you knew it could only be Him?
Maybe it was a breakthrough you didn’t expect. A provision at the last hour. A healing, a prayer answered, a peace that made no sense given the storm you were facing. These moments don’t just mark a point in time, they become monuments of faith in our journey with God.
That’s exactly what happened in Joshua 4. The Israelites had just crossed the Jordan River on dry ground. Not a trickle of water touched their feet. God held back the river so His people could walk into the promise He had given them. But before they moved on, He gave them an instruction: “Take twelve stones from the middle of the Jordan... and build a memorial.” (Joshua 4:3 paraphrased)
Why? Because God knows we're forgetful. He knows how easy it is to lose sight of His faithfulness when we’re in the thick of new battles. So, He told them: "Build something that reminds you, so when your children ask, you'll have a story to tell."
And that’s what this week’s Blog post is about. Your story. Your stones. Your monuments.
What Are Your Jordan River Moments?
Maybe you’ve never crossed a literal river on dry ground, but I’m willing to bet you’ve faced obstacles that felt just as impossible.
Maybe it was a season of uncertainty, finances were tight, the future unclear, and somehow, God provided what you needed right when you needed it. Maybe you’ve seen God bring reconciliation where there was brokenness, or courage when fear was paralyzing.
I remember during my college days when I felt called to go on a mission trip one summer. I didn’t have the money, and time was running out. I almost gave up, but I believed that God had called me, so I took a leap of faith. Just days before the deadline, I received an unexpected gift that covered the exact amount I needed. That experience stands as a testament to God’s provision. A monument of God’s provision. He made a way when it seemed like there was no way.
But it didn’t end there. On that trip, I saw a woman declared dead come back to life after prayer. Yes, really. Another stone. Another story. Another powerful reminder: With God, nothing is impossible.
Why We Need to Remember
These faith moments aren’t just for us to feel inspired for a moment and move on. They serve a bigger purpose.
Joshua told the Israelites: “When your children ask... tell them.” Because these monuments are meant to be shared. Your story could be the very encouragement someone else is desperately waiting for.
How Should We Build Our Own Monuments?
No, you don’t need to stack rocks in your backyard (unless you want to!). But you can be intentional about marking God’s faithfulness in your life.
The point is: make it visible. Make it memorable. Make it something that brings the story back to life whenever you or someone else needs it.
These monuments aren’t just for us today, they're for the generations coming after us. In a world that feels more uncertain by the day, your story of God’s faithfulness could become an anchor for your children, your church family, or even a stranger scrolling online.
What if we lived like our testimonies could help someone else believe again?
What if we were that intentional?
Final Thoughts
So here’s what I’m asking myself, and maybe you can ask yourself too this week:
Let’s not move past God’s miracles too quickly. Let’s build monuments, not just of stone, but of stories. Stories that proclaim, “God was here. God was good. And God is still with me now.”
Because the same God who split the Jordan, who showed up in our past, who still breathes life into hopeless situations, He hasn’t changed.
Let’s be a people who remember well, who share boldly, and who live with expectant faith for what God will do next. Build monuments of Faith, and never forget God’s Faithfulness.
Maybe it was a breakthrough you didn’t expect. A provision at the last hour. A healing, a prayer answered, a peace that made no sense given the storm you were facing. These moments don’t just mark a point in time, they become monuments of faith in our journey with God.
That’s exactly what happened in Joshua 4. The Israelites had just crossed the Jordan River on dry ground. Not a trickle of water touched their feet. God held back the river so His people could walk into the promise He had given them. But before they moved on, He gave them an instruction: “Take twelve stones from the middle of the Jordan... and build a memorial.” (Joshua 4:3 paraphrased)
Why? Because God knows we're forgetful. He knows how easy it is to lose sight of His faithfulness when we’re in the thick of new battles. So, He told them: "Build something that reminds you, so when your children ask, you'll have a story to tell."
And that’s what this week’s Blog post is about. Your story. Your stones. Your monuments.
What Are Your Jordan River Moments?
Maybe you’ve never crossed a literal river on dry ground, but I’m willing to bet you’ve faced obstacles that felt just as impossible.
Maybe it was a season of uncertainty, finances were tight, the future unclear, and somehow, God provided what you needed right when you needed it. Maybe you’ve seen God bring reconciliation where there was brokenness, or courage when fear was paralyzing.
I remember during my college days when I felt called to go on a mission trip one summer. I didn’t have the money, and time was running out. I almost gave up, but I believed that God had called me, so I took a leap of faith. Just days before the deadline, I received an unexpected gift that covered the exact amount I needed. That experience stands as a testament to God’s provision. A monument of God’s provision. He made a way when it seemed like there was no way.
But it didn’t end there. On that trip, I saw a woman declared dead come back to life after prayer. Yes, really. Another stone. Another story. Another powerful reminder: With God, nothing is impossible.
Why We Need to Remember
These faith moments aren’t just for us to feel inspired for a moment and move on. They serve a bigger purpose.
- They strengthen us when doubts creep in.
- They encourage others who might be facing their own “Jordan River.”
- And they remind us that if God was faithful then, He’ll be faithful now.
Joshua told the Israelites: “When your children ask... tell them.” Because these monuments are meant to be shared. Your story could be the very encouragement someone else is desperately waiting for.
How Should We Build Our Own Monuments?
No, you don’t need to stack rocks in your backyard (unless you want to!). But you can be intentional about marking God’s faithfulness in your life.
- Start a journal of answered prayers and God-moments.
- Keep a “faith box” with items or notes that represent what God has done.
- Share your story through conversations, social media, or a blog.
- Create a family tradition of sharing stories of God’s goodness around the dinner table.
The point is: make it visible. Make it memorable. Make it something that brings the story back to life whenever you or someone else needs it.
These monuments aren’t just for us today, they're for the generations coming after us. In a world that feels more uncertain by the day, your story of God’s faithfulness could become an anchor for your children, your church family, or even a stranger scrolling online.
What if we lived like our testimonies could help someone else believe again?
What if we were that intentional?
Final Thoughts
So here’s what I’m asking myself, and maybe you can ask yourself too this week:
- What are the moments I need to go back and remember?
- How am I preserving those stories?
- Who in my life needs to hear them?
Let’s not move past God’s miracles too quickly. Let’s build monuments, not just of stone, but of stories. Stories that proclaim, “God was here. God was good. And God is still with me now.”
Because the same God who split the Jordan, who showed up in our past, who still breathes life into hopeless situations, He hasn’t changed.
Let’s be a people who remember well, who share boldly, and who live with expectant faith for what God will do next. Build monuments of Faith, and never forget God’s Faithfulness.
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