The Altar of Your Life

As we stand on the threshold of a new year, we're reminded that God never intended for us to disconnect from our past—instead, He calls us to interpret it correctly.

Drawing from Joshua chapter 4, we encounter the powerful story of Israel crossing the Jordan River, where God commanded them to take twelve stones from the middle of the crossing as a memorial. This wasn't just about remembering a miracle; it was about creating a testimony that would outlive them.

The stones weren't taken from the safe shore or the place of deliverance, but from the deepest, most dangerous part—the middle of the river where the priests stood firm. This teaches us something profound: our most powerful testimonies come from the places where we couldn't touch bottom, where only God's presence kept us from drowning.

We all face 'crossings' in our lives—obstacles that seem impossible to overcome in our own strength. But here's the truth: God doesn't remove the river before we arrive. His presence in the midst of our crossings is what transforms obstacles into encounters.

We're challenged not to erase our past struggles but to carry the stones forward—to remember what God has done and share it with the next generation.

When we stop telling our stories, spiritual memory fades. Our testimonies aren't meant to be hidden; they give us strength, and they're the way faith travels through generations, creating conversations and inviting questions that lead others to encounter God themselves.