We live in a world that records everything yet often forgets the One who sustains us. Using Joshua 4 as a backdrop, this sermon shows how God's command to set up a stone memorial provides a model for today's church: a tangible, experiential reminder that shapes identity, informs the next generation, and drives mission.

Key Takeaways

SegmentMain PointPractical Application

1. Memorial to Re‑Live (vv. 1‑4)Stones are physical prompts that let God's people re‑experience His deliverance.Incorporate testimonies, sacraments, or visual symbols in worship to relive God's faithfulness.

2. Meaning to Remember (vv. 8‑21)Remembrance requires storytelling; the stones are meaningless without explanation.Teach the story of God's work in small groups, Sunday school, and family devotions.

3. Mission to Replicate (v. 24)Memory fuels public witness and reverent obedience.Encourage congregants to share their faith stories in community outreach and everyday conversations.

Reflection Questions

1. What "stones" (tangible reminders) could your church set up to keep God's work fresh?
2. How can you ensure the meaning behind those reminders is communicated to younger generations?
3. In what ways does remembering God shape your missional outlook?

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