By definition, a Milestone is a stone set up beside a road to mark the distance in miles to a particular place. It can also be an action or event marking a significant change or stage (occurring) in development. In Genesis 12:7, Abraham built an altar alongside the great tree of Moreh at Shechem because God appeared to him with a promise. Abraham would build another altar alongside the trees of Mamre (Genesis 15-18). These altars were not only Milestones but Faithstones. They marked a change in his life that he would later visit for encouragement. It was a reminder of God’s presence in his life.
Everyone needs milestones and faithstones in their lives. They are the visual reminders of change and development. Like Abraham, they can also be a place of safety and comfort when tossed about due to the storms of life or missteps. Do you have any known faithstones? How do you mark those pivotal faith developments in your own life? Find a way to mark where God has shown up in your life. It doesn’t have to be a huge altar, just a personal visual reminder. They will serve you well in the days to come.
This Week’s Readings:
- Monday – Revelation 8
- Tuesday – Revelation 9
- Wednesday – Revelation 10
- Thursday – Revelation 11
- Friday – Revelation 12
- Families in crisis.
- Loved ones battling illness.
- Those seeking to find their way.
- The St. Paul Church family.
- The United Methodist Church.
- Our leaders, our country, and our world.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6