Joshua 4:1-9 details God’s command for the Israelites to create a memorial after crossing the Jordan River on dry ground. Joshua instructs twelve men (one from each tribe) to take twelve stones from the riverbed where the priests stood, carrying them to their camp to serve as a perpetual sign of God's power. Key Details of Joshua 4:1-9:

• The Command: After the nation finished crossing, God directed Joshua to have 12 men take 12 stones from the middle of the Jordan.
• The Purpose: The stones serve as a sign for future generations to ask about the miracle of the Jordan’s flow stopping, acting as a memorial of God’s faithfulness.
• The Action: The men, representing each tribe, carried the stones from the river to their lodging place.
• The Two Memorials: In addition to the stones carried to the camp, Joshua set up a separate set of twelve stones in the middle of the Jordan, specifically where the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant had stood.
• The Result: The stones were placed as a lasting reminder of God's power and the fulfillment of His promises.