Remember What the Lord Has Done

Scripture

Joshua 4:6–7 (NKJV)
That this may be a sign among you when your children ask in time to come, saying, What do these stones mean to you Then you shall answer them that the waters of the Jordan were cut off before the ark of the covenant of the Lord; when it crossed over the Jordan, the waters of the Jordan were cut off. And these stones shall be for a memorial to the children of Israel forever.


Do Not Forget God’s Faithfulness

Joshua chapter 4 takes place immediately after Israel crosses the Jordan River on dry ground. God commands Joshua to have twelve stones taken from the riverbed and set up as a memorial. These stones were not decorative. They were intentional reminders of God’s power, faithfulness, and deliverance.

God knew something about the human heart—we forget. Over time, miracles fade into memories, and gratitude can turn into complacency. The memorial stones were meant to provoke questions from future generations so that the story of God’s mighty work would never be lost.

This chapter teaches that remembering is an act of faith. When we intentionally remember what God has done, our faith is strengthened, our trust is renewed, and future generations are taught to rely on the same faithful God.

For believers today, Joshua 4 reminds us to mark the moments when God moves. Testimonies matter. Stories of deliverance matter. What God has done in your life is not just for you—it is meant to strengthen others and point them to Him.


Reflection Questions

1. What has God done in my life that I need to intentionally remember

2. Am I sharing God’s faithfulness with others, especially the next generation

3. What spiritual markers can I set to remind myself of God’s work


Prayer

Lord God, thank You for Your faithfulness and mighty works in my life. Help me to remember what You have done and to never take Your goodness for granted. Teach me to share Your faithfulness with others so that Your name is honored from generation to generation. In Jesus name, Amen.