Everyone is building something. A life. A marriage. A family. A career. But what determines whether what we build lasts is not what’s visible above the surface—it’s what’s anchored beneath it. In a world obsessed with speed, status, and success, Jesus calls us to a life of a different kind. In Matthew 7, He tells the story of two builders who faced the same storm but experienced very different outcomes. The difference wasn’t the weather; it was the foundation. This three-week series explores what it means to build a faith that endures when storms hit and pressure rises. Each message will invite us to inspect our foundation, realign our priorities, and remember that God doesn’t bless shortcuts—He builds strength through surrender. When life shakes, the faithful stand firm not because they built quickly but because they built wisely.
Day 1: The Foundation Beneath It All
Read: Matthew 7:24–27, Psalm 18:1–3, 1 Corinthians 3:10–11
Reflect: Every structure begins with what cannot be seen. Jesus calls the wise builder the one who hears His words and puts them into practice. That means our foundation is not an idea or belief system but a lifestyle of obedience. Paul reminds us that there is only one foundation that will last: Christ Himself. The psalmist calls God his rock, fortress, and deliverer because stability in life is not found in external circumstances but in internal conviction.
Questions:
1. What have you been building your confidence or security on lately?
2. How can you strengthen your foundation through consistent obedience this week?
Read: Matthew 7:24–27, Psalm 18:1–3, 1 Corinthians 3:10–11
Reflect: Every structure begins with what cannot be seen. Jesus calls the wise builder the one who hears His words and puts them into practice. That means our foundation is not an idea or belief system but a lifestyle of obedience. Paul reminds us that there is only one foundation that will last: Christ Himself. The psalmist calls God his rock, fortress, and deliverer because stability in life is not found in external circumstances but in internal conviction.
