You can make your own memory stones to help you remember the ways God has cared for you — just like He cared for His people, Israel.
You will need:
- Gray, tan or brown paper
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons
- Poster paper and glue (optional)
- Tape (optional)
Read or tell the story of Israel crossing the Jordan River and collecting stones of remembrance in Joshua 4:1–7.
Then, talk with your family about how God has helped you in the last year. Did He help you make a new friend? Did He give you courage when you were afraid? Has He given you food, clothes or a warm bed? These are things to thank Him for!
Cut out 12 stones from paper. On each stone, draw a picture or write a short sentence about something God has done for you. Here are some ideas:
- God loves me.
- Jesus died for me.
- He is always with me.
- I prayed, and God answered!
- God gave me my pet.
- He kept us safe in a storm.
- God gave us what we needed.
- He helped us when we were lost.
When you’re done, glue your 12 stones to a poster, tape them to a window or stick them on the fridge with magnets.
Each stone reminds you that God is strong, loving and always with you.
