A wise man understands that Jesus is the only sure foundation in his life. A foolish man considers himself wise but only deceives himself (Proverbs 12:15, Galatians 6:3). Those who know the teachings of Jesus and follow them have a safeguard against self-deception. They are like the wise man who built his house on the rock.
"Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock" (Matthew 7:23-24).
However, a fool is like the man who built his house on the sand.
"But everyone who hears these sayings of Mine, and does not do them, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it fell. And great was its fall" (Matthew 7:23-27).
The rains, floods, and winds affected both houses equally. The difference lay not in the storms but in their foundations. Everyone will face challenges, including Christians (Acts 14:22, 2 Timothy 3:12), but those who are firmly anchored in following the Word of God will persevere.
Establishing a foundation in rock requires more effort than in sand. This explains why few people find the narrow road that leads to life (Matthew 7:14). Many choose the path that demands the least effort, often overlooking future consequences. Pursuing God's truth until it becomes the cornerstone of your life necessitates time and effort. It requires commitment and perseverance to build a strong foundation that can withstand life's challenges.
Building a house on sand may be easier and quicker, but it cannot withstand a storm. Those who foolishly build their lives on a shifting foundation of what they see, feel, hear, and experience will not endure the journey. You can only run a winning race when transformed by the truth of Jesus Christ that you know. Just as a fool is known by his actions, a wise man is known by his. A fool wavers in his faith and is not firm in his convictions, while a wise, prudent man acts with knowledge (Proverbs 13:6). He does what the Word says and is strengthened in his faith.
"Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it. Unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain" (Psalm 127:1).
A foolish man despises wisdom and instruction (Proverbs 1:7). He labors in vain because he does not rely on the Lord. If what we are doing is not inspired and directed by the Lord, then what we are building in our lives will ultimately fail. Our strength and defenses will not protect us when the enemy seeks to destroy us.
However, the opposite is also true. A wise person seeks God's wisdom and guidance. When we are inspired and directed by the Lord in our actions, we can be confident. We need not worry about how to sustain what God has built.
Jesus Christ is the Word of God, the foundation that endures forever. It requires time and effort to cultivate Him in your life. Sow the seed of His incorruptible Word in your heart and nourish it. Roots will grow deeply into the unchanging and eternal truth of His Word. Pray with confidence in Him, and He will establish you. You will not only overcome the storms of this life; you will joyfully run your race with His Word, bearing its miraculous fruit in your life.
What are you building your life on? Be wise! Allow the Word to manifest its truth in you!
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