These Stones Speak - Pastor Eddie Cole

What if the key to unshakeable faith isn't found in looking ahead to what God might do, but in looking back at what He has already done?

In "Stones That Speak," our pastor takes us to Joshua chapter 4, where God commands the Israelites to create a memorial from stones taken from the middle of the Jordan River—the very spot where God miraculously stopped the waters for nearly 2 million people to cross on dry ground. This wasn't just a nice tradition; it was a divine strategy for building faith across generations.

This Memorial Day weekend message unpacks three essential principles for spiritual growth:

Remember What God Has Done: Just as Americans honor fallen soldiers with monuments, we must be intentional about remembering God's faithfulness. Our pastor shares practical ways to create "stones" in our own lives—through journaling, marking significant moments, and recording answered prayers. As he powerfully states, "God's faithfulness in the past is the best encouragement you have of His future faithfulness."

Move Forward with Bold Faith: The miracle at Jordan didn't happen until the priests carrying the ark actually stepped into the rushing waters. This teaches us a crucial truth: "God honors intentions, but He blesses actions." Faith requires movement from intention to action, even when we can't see the whole staircase ahead.

Celebrate the God Who Still Moves: The stones weren't just personal reminders—they were testimonies to the world of God's power. When we openly celebrate what God has done, we naturally evangelize. The message includes a beautiful story of a woman at AT&T whose simple, joyful testimony blessed everyone around her.

Throughout the sermon, our pastor shares personal examples—from his collection of journals spanning decades to challenge coins that mark significant moments of God's faithfulness. He reminds us that these "stones" aren't just for us, but for future generations who need to know that God is still faithful, still powerful, and still moving today.

Whether you're struggling to remember God's goodness in difficult times or need encouragement to step out in faith, this message will inspire you to create tangible reminders of God's faithfulness and share them boldly with others.

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