1 Chronicles 16:12 (NIV)
12 Remember the wonders he has done, his
miracles, and the judgments he pronounced,
Whether you have just embarked on your spiritual journey or
have been journeying for many years, I hope that you have recognized the
importance of remembering spiritual milestones. It is important not only to
remember these milestones, but also to share them with others. In the book of
Joshua, we learn about God’s protection, His promises, and His principles that
assist us in our spiritual journey as they did the Israelites. We have seen
God’s hand at work in memorable ways as He guided the Israelites from slavery
in Egypt to claiming their inheritance of the Promised Land.
Throughout their journey, they established different
memorials that they continued to share with each other and with their children.
They set the example for us the importance of sharing with others what
wonderful works God has accomplished in our lives.
Take the time to begin a journal for remembering spiritual
milestones.
For example, recently my sister got married. For years I had
prayed that the Lord would send her someone who would love her as Christ loves
the church. After several months of dating, she told me that her husband-to-be
told her that his wish was to love her in that way. The Lord not only answered
our prayers, He answered them in a specific way! For both my sister and me,
this was a spiritual milestone. God increased our faith in prayer, and His
faithfulness will be forever ingrained on my heart.
As you journey with the Lord, write down your spiritual
“markers” – those things that have helped you grow in your faith – so that when
you think you are not growing in your faith, you can look back and see that the
Lord has always been at work.
Thought for today:
How do I monitor/measure my spiritual growth?
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