Daily Devotional – Monday, October 14, 2024
Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen, and called its name Ebenezer, saying, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.”
1 Samuel 7:12 (NKJV)
Samuel erects a stone as a monument to God’s faithfulness in a moving scene in 1 Samuel. The meaning of the name “Ebenezer” is “stone of help,” serving as a potent reminder of the ways in which God has stepped in to assist His people throughout difficult times. This memorial service is evidence of God’s constant support and presence during our travels.
Thus Far the LORD has Helped Me
We frequently encounter obstacles such as interpersonal problems, personal setbacks, or spiritual droughts. It can be easy to lose sight of God’s progress under these circumstances or to question His ongoing presence. We might refocus our attention from the difficulties we face today to God’s previous faithfulness by raising our own “Ebenezer.”
Think for a moment about your own life. Jot down noteworthy instances where you felt God’s support or guidance. Think about making a tangible reminder that stands in for your “Ebenezer,” such as a stone, a note in your diary, or an image. Let this be a constant reminder to you of God’s kindness and constancy in your life.
Raise Your Ebenezer
Raise your Ebenezer as a light of hope for the future as well as a reflection of the past. God has been dependable, and He will keep guiding you through each challenge you encounter. Keep your focus on Him and have faith that, as He has shown you thus far, He will not forsake you now.
Prayer
Almighty God, please enable me to recall the times you have helped me, and to raise my own Ebenezer as a symbol of Your faithfulness.
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Indeed Through our life, moments we thought we couldn’t make it, moments we struggled and each moment God’s dealings and guidance has been with me. This far He has been Ebenezer. He has abideth faithful even when we have been unfaithful. May we always remember to raise and praise God for His guidance.
Amen, Doc. Glad to have you back here.