Stones of Remembrance: Reflecting on the Wondrous Works of God
The Grand Canyon, with its layers of rock and tumultuous history, is a living testament to this truth. It stands as a reminder of God’s judgment upon a sinful world, but also of His redemptive love and mercy.
In Joshua chapter 4, we encounter a powerful testament to the faithfulness and miraculous interventions of God as the Hebrew Israelites cross the Jordan River into the Promised Land. God commands Joshua to select one man from each of the twelve tribes to take a stone from the riverbed and stack them as a memorial, a reminder for future generations of the wondrous works of God.
Imagine standing on the banks of the Jordan, witnessing the waters parting before your eyes as if held back by the very hand of God. It’s a sight that would etch itself into your memory forever. Yet, those twelve stones were not just for those who witnessed the miracle firsthand. They were for generations yet to come, a testimony to God’s power and faithfulness.
These stones of remembrance echo beyond the pages of scripture. They resonate in the silent testimony of places like the Grand Canyon, where layers of rock stand as a testament to both the judgment and the beauty of God’s creation. The sheer magnitude of the canyon speaks of God’s power, while its breathtaking beauty reflects His grace and mercy.
As we gaze upon the towering cliffs and winding rivers of the Grand Canyon, we’re reminded of Psalm 111, which declares that God has caused His wondrous works to be remembered. The Grand Canyon, with its layers of rock and tumultuous history, is a living testament to this truth. It stands as a reminder of God’s judgment upon a sinful world, but also of His redemptive love and mercy.
Just as the stacked stones of the Grand Canyon proclaim the wondrous works of God, so too do the events of our own lives. Take a moment to reflect on the ways in which God has worked in your life, both big and small. Whether it’s a miraculous intervention or a subtle act of providence, God’s handiwork is evident if we take the time to look for it.
Whether it’s standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon or pondering the events of your own life, remember the stones of remembrance God has placed in your path. Remember that God is the God of the grand and the small, the miraculous and the mundane. May these reminders inspire you to seek God daily, trusting in His faithfulness and marveling at His wondrous works.
–Nate
