“Foundation On Rock”

“Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? As for everyone who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you what they are like. They are like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. But the one who hears my words and does not put them into practice is like a man who built a house on the ground without a foundation. The moment the torrent struck that house, it collapsed and its destruction was complete.”

Luke 6:46-49

A solid foundation matters.

Our lives show that to be true.

Jesus shared a parable about wise and foolish builders to illustrate the folly of not listening to Him. Those who hear and obey His words are like the person who builds a house on a firm foundation, unlike those who hear but ignore His words. Jesus assured His listeners that when the storms come, their house will stand. Their faith will not be shaken.

We can find peace knowing tat as we listen to and obey Jesus, He forms a strong foundation for our lives. We can strengthen our love for Him through reading the Bible, praying and learning from other Christians. Then when we face the torrents of rain lashing against us – whether betrayal, pain, or disappointment – we can trust that our foundation is solid. Our Savior will provide the support we need.

Hearing and obeying Jesus gives our lives a strong foundation.

Our Daily Bread – August 30, 2018