Made For This Moment

Stacking Stones Devotional

Day 5: Riding Life’s Current

“No man steps in a river twice,” Heraclitus said. Life’s an ever-flowing stream—always shifting, never static. Fighting it exhausts us, but flowing with it? That’s where growth lives. Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ESV) echoes, “For everything there is a season…” I’ve resisted—new jobs, moves, losing Mom—clinging to what was. But God’s in every twist, shaping me through the current. Letting go of my old step goal taught me this—change isn’t the enemy; it’s the sculptor.

What shift can you embrace today? Maybe it’s a challenge—a diagnosis, a job loss—or a chance, like my 5K. Each bend’s a lesson, refining us for His purpose. I’ve fought change, digging in my heels, only to find peace when I let go. Beauty emerged—stronger faith, new dreams—when I stopped resisting. Life’s not meant to stagnate; it’s meant to move. I’ve seen folks drown in the past—don’t miss the now.

Trust God’s hand in the flow—He’s steering you toward good. Step into the river; let it carry you. How does this view shift your lens? Change isn’t chaos—it’s creation. Lean in, and let Him mold you into something vibrant and new. What will you flow with today?

Questions:

How does seeing life as an ever-changing river affect your perspective?
What change can you embrace today for growth?

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Lead Yourself

Are you a leader or a follower?

The most important person you have to lead each day is yourself, so yes, I would say I am a leader, as are you.

Not only must we lead but how we talk to yourself each day is critical as well. Just like the people you lead.

Don’t just think of yourself as a leader of others, but of yourself too.

Chances are you have quite a few conversations during the course of your day. Some, of course, have more than others but no matter how many people you talk to in a day the most important conversation you will have will be the constant conversation you have with yourself.

Do you lift yourself up?

Do you speak words of hope and encouragement?

Do you fill your mind with positivity and optimism?

You may be bombarded with negativity from the outside but you need to control that as much as you can.

You must control your own personal thought life. It has such an impact on your mental and physical well-being as well.

Words of hope?

Words of truth?

Words of power?

Speak them to yourself first and they will then flow to those around you and those you lead and influence. Don’t take your most important conversations for granted. They really do matter.

How you speak to yourself is directly related to how you lead yourself.

I’m cheering for you.

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Day 11: Navigating with Grace

Change hits—sometimes you see it, sometimes it blindsides. Either way, adjust your sails. Psalm 107:30 (ESV) says, “…he brought them to their desired haven.” I’ve had to tweak plans—cutting steps from 10,000 to 5,000—to keep moving. Resilience isn’t stubbornness; it’s flexibility with faith. What shift can get the wind behind you again?

God guides through adjustments, not rigid rules. I’ve clung to old ways, only to flounder—adapting saved me. My 5K goal bent, not broke—progress trumps pride. Are you facing a storm? A small pivot could sail you forward. I’ve seen folks sink, refusing to turn—don’t drown in rigidity. God’s steering—trust Him. A job loss, a health dip—adjust, and He’ll guide you to harbor.

How’s resilience carried you? It’s grace in motion—bend, don’t break. I’ve learned this slow—each tweak a lesson. What’s your adjustment? Make it—He’s your compass, your calm. Keep sailing—your goal’s in sight.

Questions:

What adjustment can you make to regain progress?
How does resilience help you through change?

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Day 8: Stepping into Newness

God’s always moving forward. Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV) says, “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth…” Clinging to the past blocks His work in us. I’ve held onto old habits—screen time, excuses—but letting go opened doors, like pursuing that 5K. What “former things” weigh you down? Faith reveals His fresh path—new chances to reflect Christ.

It’s scary, this letting go—familiar feels safe. But God’s newness is alive—rivers in deserts, ways in wilderness. I’ve resisted, fearing the unknown, only to find joy when I stepped out. My old step goal? Dropped it—new focus, new wins. Are you ready to see it? Trust Him—He’s already at work, springing forth life where you see dust. I’ve seen folks cling to yesterday, missing today’s miracles—don’t be them.

God’s not done with you; He’s starting something fresh. What’s your old thing? Release it—embrace His now. It’s not loss; it’s gain. How will faith guide you? Step into His newness—He’s waiting with open arms.

Questions:

What “former things” are you holding onto?
How can faith help you see God’s new path?

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Day 9: Rise and Act

Stuck where you don’t want to be? Remember the old TV days—get up and change the channel. James 2:17 (ESV) warns, “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” Action fuels change. I’ve sat idle, frustrated—post-college, aimless—until Coach’s nudge hit: “Why don’t you do something with your life?” I shaved, enrolled—moved.

Nothing shifts without you stepping up. God’s with you, but He waits for your faith to walk. I’ve lingered, hoping change would find me—it doesn’t. That 5K? Won’t run itself—I had to start. What’s one move you can make today? A call, a prayer, a choice—action’s your spark. I’ve seen folks wish without work—dreams die there. Faith’s alive when it moves—prove it.

God’s ready to meet your obedience with power. Don’t wait for perfect—perfect’s a lie. Rise, act—watch Him weave your steps into purpose. What needs shifting? Get up—He’s got your back.

Questions:

What needs to change in your life right now?
What’s one step you can take to start?

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