My Miracle Stones

Jill McAuley, a member of the Church from Washington, USA, reflects on a period of profound personal trial following a serious accident. In the aftermath of this life-altering event, McAuley began to identify and mark specific moments where she felt the hand of God, referring to these experiences as her 'miracle stones.' Drawing inspiration from the biblical account in Joshua 4:6, where stones were used as a memorial to remember God's intervention, McAuley emphasizes that while her physical circumstances may not have been restored to their original state, her heart was transformed through her relationship with Jesus Christ. She describes these 'stones' not as physical objects, but as symbolic markers of divine presence during her darkest times. McAuley encourages others to build their own 'memorial of miracles' by intentionally recognizing and recording the moments when the Lord shows up in their lives, even when those moments do not manifest as the specific outcomes one might have initially prayed for. Her account serves as a testament to the idea that God's miracles are often found in the internal change and spiritual resilience He provides during times of suffering, rather than just the removal of external hardships.