Happy first anniversary to Sit In Proximity! It's been a year full of blessings, growth, and above all, drawing nearer to God. As we mark this milestone, I couldn't help but think of the concept of monuments throughout the Bible.
In the Old Testament, many times after the Lord had done something miraculous, the people built altars or monuments as a way of remembering what God had done for them. In Genesis 28:18, Jacob, after having a powerful dream in which God reaffirmed his covenant with him, "took the stone that he had put under his head and set it up for a pillar and poured oil on the top of it." Joshua also set up twelve stones in the middle of the Jordan to symbolize the passing of the Israelites on dry ground and their entrance into the promised land (Joshua 4:9). It was an act of faith and gratitude, and these monuments were to serve as a reminder of God's goodness for future generations.
So in honor of Sit In Proximity's first year, I want to encourage you to build your own monument of sorts to the Lord as a sign of gratitude and a way to declare that your life, your time, your gifts, and indeed, this blog, belong to Him. (I praise and thank you Lord!)
Now, I don't mean you should go out and stack rocks in your backyard (unless that resonates with you!). What I'm talking about is intentionally creating a space or a habit that can serve as a physical reminder of God's goodness in your life, and as a way to intentionally draw closer to Him.
Maybe this is a prayer journal that you keep on your nightstand and write in every morning before getting out of bed. Maybe it's a room in your house that you've set aside for daily quiet time with God. Maybe it's a regular nature walk or weekly volunteering at a local church or non-profit. Whatever it is, find something that is personal and meaningful to you, and that can serve as a way to dedicate yourself and your time to God.
The beauty of building our own monuments is that it not only helps us remember God's blessings and faithfulness but also becomes a way to carve out a space in our hearts and our lives for Him. As we focus our attention on God through intentional practices, we invite Him to fill us up, guide us, and transform us. You can read that again!
Of course, building a monument to God is not just about creating a personal practice or space. It's also about recognizing that all of our lives are ultimately dedicated to Him. In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Paul reminds us that "you are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body."
As women of faith, we have the opportunity to serve as living monuments to God's goodness and grace. We can reflect the love and light of Jesus in our families, our workplaces, and our communities. We can be living examples of what it means to be in proximity to God and to share that closeness with others.
As we celebrate the first anniversary of Sit In Proximity, I want to invite you to take some time to reflect on your own personal monuments to God. What can you create or set aside as a way of dedicating yourself fully to Him? How can you serve as a living monument to His goodness and love?
Let's close with this beautiful verse from Psalm 136: "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods, for his steadfast love endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for his steadfast love endures forever; to him who alone does great wonders, for his steadfast love endures forever...". May this be the anthem of our hearts, as we continue to build our own monuments to the Lord.
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