Here I Raise My Ebenezer

Translated from Hebrew, Ebenezer means literally "stone of help."

While the 12 tribes of Israel were still conquering new lands, the judge Samuel commemorated their God-ordained victory over the Philistines by positioning a large stone monument, naming it Ebenezer, and declaring "Thus far the LORD has helped us." This ebenezer was intended to be a visual reminder to the Israelites of God's powerful provision and protection over His chosen people.

In the book of Hebrews, we are reminded that "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." Just as God was a "stone of help" to the Israelites, He continues to help, provide and protect today.

Now, I choose to raise my own ebenezer of God's faithfulness in my life. May these written words serve to remind me that God is good, He cares for me, He fights on my behalf, He blesses me beyond comprehension, His plans for me are good.