The Stones Will Cry Out

Opening Verse

“I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out.” – Luke 19:40 (KJV)

Introduction

The power of creation to declare the glory of God is a profound truth captured in Luke 19:40. Here, we dive into the depth of this declaration and its implications for our lives.

Devotional Story

In a small village, surrounded by gentle hills, there was a church that seemed as quiet as its congregation. The villagers, deeply faithful, rarely shared their faith outside the church. A young visitor, John, wandered through this silent village. Intrigued by the calmness, he ventured to the local graveyard, where his grandfather was laid to rest.

As John walked among the tombstones, he paused at his grandfather’s grave. The stone was etched with Bible verses, a testament to a life lived in faith. This sight stirred something in John. He recalled Luke 19:40 –

“If these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out.”

At that moment, surrounded by silent witnesses of faith, John realized that even in death, his grandfather’s faith spoke volumes. The verses on the tombstone, like the cry of stones, reminded him of the enduring power and presence of God’s word.

What This Means

This story reflects the urgent need for believers to express their faith. The verse from Luke indicates that if we remain silent about our faith, even inanimate creation will rise to praise God. It’s a call to active faith, encouraging us to be vocal and demonstrative in our belief.

Think About This

Consider your own life. Are there moments when you’ve been silent about your faith when you could have spoken? How can you more actively demonstrate your belief in your daily life?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, grant me the courage and wisdom to proclaim Your glory every day. Help me to not be silent, but to joyfully express my faith, knowing that Your creation itself stands ready to declare Your majesty. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.” – Psalm 19:1 (KJV)