And the children of Israel did
so, just as Joshua commanded, and took up twelve stones from the midst of the
Jordan, as the LORD had spoken to Joshua, according to the number of the tribes
of the children of Israel, and carried them over with them to the place where
they lodged. Joshua 4:8
Spiritual memory is
crucial in the Christian life. Do you vividly recall times when you know God
spoke to you? It would be tragic if, in your haste to advance in your Christian
faith, you neglected to leave spiritual markers at the key crossroads of your life.
Without the help of these markers, you will lose your spiritual bearings.
The Israelites
experienced a tumultuous pilgrimage. Their doubt that God was powerful enough
to give them victory cost them forty years of wandering in the wilderness. Then
God miraculously parted the waters of the Jordan River so they could pass over
and continue their conquest. God knew that at times the Israelites would face
intimidating enemies and would need a reminder that He was powerful enough to
protect them. The Israelites might be tempted to think they made a mistake
entering Canaan. For this reason God instructed them to build a monument on the
banks of the Jordan River. Whenever they returned to this spot, they would see
the monument and be reminded of God’s awesome power. This marker would give
them confidence to meet the new challenges they faced.
A spiritual marker
identifies a time of decision when you clearly know that God guided you. Can
you remember the moment you became a child of God? Were there specific times
when He called you to His ways of living? Can you point to times when He
clearly guided you in a decision? Were there times when He spoke powerfully to
you about a commitment you should make? Keep track of these important moments!
Regularly rehearse them and notice the steady progression in the way God has
led you. This will help you understand God’s activity in your life and give you
a sense of direction as you face future decisions.
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