A sincere look at the scriptures indicate that it is almost impossible to have a fruitful and full life as a Christian when one of the spouses is not in a personal relationship with Jesus. stream << /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 7225 >> The decision to fix foundation problems always costs. We want to stop the flood of wickedness threatening to overrun our country, but what can we really do except lament and complain? At one time the church in Sardis had a great name and a testimony of being spiritually alive and vibrant. The New Year will come and go. LETS TALK BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS. The cracks are small now, but his fear is that they will continue to grow. A rightly laid foundation will mean a full expression of life in Christ. New American Standard Bible Copyright 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, Calif. All rights reserved. You are royal priests,[g] a holy nation, Gods very own possession. When the residents of Sardis awakened the next morning and ventured out into the streets, they were thrown into a state of panic and shock when they realized that they were surrounded on every side by an enemy force. We did spiritual research into this phenomenon and found that negative energies have the ability to create cracks in inanimate objects. He only is my rock and my salvation,My stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken. Jesus *said to them, Did you never read in the Scriptures. The word thinketh is from the Greek word dokeo, which in this case means to be of the opinion, to reckon, to suppose, or to think, as it is translated here in the King James Version. Dissuading such a woman not to get married has often proved an uphill task. Why did I say all of this? He who believes in it will not be disturbed. Identify which crack in your foundation calls out the most to be addressed. 2. Silver This is where we put our trust in past experience, not a vibrant, living relationship. . Because of spiritual negligence, this church body lost its vitality until Jesus even said it was dead., In Revelations 3:2, Jesus told them, Be watchful, and strengthen the things that remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God. I love this verse, for it alerts us to the fact that it is never too late to do something to fix the problem! It is a precious cornerstone that is safe to build on. Once you had no identity as a people; now you are Gods people. Jesus said, Locate the problem! Following God and surrendering to his wisdom allows you to create a strong foundation on Gods principles. They may be faced with the pressure to conform in order to survive in business. At first the cracks were small and unnoticeable; but as time progressed, those tiny cracks grew bigger, deeper, and wider. Matthew 7:2627. : LOTE EN VA PARQUE SIQUIMAN A 2 CUADRAS DE LAGO SAN ROQUE. It however means that your obedience will be critical in completing the process once you get to know what aspect is missing and what you ought to do about it. He then directly compared the covering to the current coronavirus and the temple's foundation to our testimony/spiritual strength/receptive attitude to the Spirit. Therefore, it isnt just a little stumbling that Paul is referring to; it is a downward plummet that causes one to sorrowfully crash! He and his associates noticed large cracks and concluded that its small stones held together with mortar could not carry the massive weight of the temple. I think of a business woman. Then I guess the other two scenarios might apply to you then and not the first. For the Lords sake, submit to all human authoritywhether the king as head of state,or the officials he has appointed. 3. Because of our non-attendance in our wards and communities, isolation from friends and family, instability in the workplace, and loss of loved ones, many of our foundations have been covered. How can they, when we base them on feelings that constantly shift? Inspecting and Evaluating Foundation Cracks . Dont paper over them. Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone, a tested stone. << /Pages 59 0 R /Type /Catalog >> What is the foundation upon which your life and your eternal soul rests? He alone is my rock and my salvation,my fortress where I will never be shaken. When I remember my grandmothers old house, I remember Jesus words: Everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them, will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand . It becomes possible and much easier to sort the cracks issue when I can deal with the causes. For the king has sent them to punish those who do wrong and to honor those who do right. My stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken. Never! Your answer may be a resounding YES to all three questions: Let me ask though: Do you spend time with Him? In order to build a strong spiritual foundation we have to build it on things not of this world and ultimately on our God and Christ. Find a solution! When, however, an aspect of the foundation is missing, the foundation will definitely have a crack; eventually. endobj The doors are getting harder to open and close, and there are places where the bricks are becoming separated. We walk in unforgiveness. 1 Corinthians 10:12. A classic example is the one already explored in a previous blog about the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24 27. Do you know what it means to listen to Him in His Word and prayer? For you are free, yet you are Gods slaves, so dont use your freedom as an excuse to do evil. It could be your marriage, your finances, your relationships, or a whole host of other vital areas of your life. But so does ignoring them. Then even if they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your honorable behavior, and they will give honor to God when he judges the world. I declare by faith that I am sensitive to the Spirit of God! Certain realities though, in and about your life may have hindered you from believing who God says you are. This is the place to find bounce house entertainment for any eventif you are planning your Birthday Party, celebrating an end of season event or providing fun entertainment for a customer appreciation day, we are here to help. Now is the time to repair any cracks, gaps or damage to our spiritual foundation. A house with foundation problems certainly wont bring top dollar in the market. The church at Corinth, and the Christians at Corinth were picked up out of the miry clay of sin, just like you and I, and they were founded upon that Rock that is Jesus Christ. I look for my identity in the values of the world. How ready were you and I to become our own personal "Ward" for months at a time? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I would like to use it as part of our slide prevention on Sunday morning and the graphic for our bulletin. If you can set a ball carefully on the floor and it rolls in a direction so fast that it bounces off the wall and almost comes back to you, then you know for sure that your foundation needs help. Sometimes we may feel that we are walking on unstable groundliterally and figuratively . How prepared were we to do home church with our families? Youll see this old houses problem in vivid display. Establishing a time for personal devotions, joining a small group, locating an older believer who can come alongside you as an encouraging mentor, setting up a systematic plan of study , and participating in public worship are layers of spiritual brick and mortar that form this foundation. Whats more, you are his holy priests. Contact Anchored Walls at the first sign of a foundation issue. Can you think of one area in your life that was fractured in the past, but through Gods grace is now healed and sealed from any future attacks of the devil? We have ceased to grow and aggressively pursue God. They can not stop your prayers and spiritual warfare because JESUS CHRIST is greater than Satan. xcbdg`b`8 $X@M@ A V+pL@/ a@ endstream In key relationships? Due to the massive fractures in the walls and foundations, it had become very easy for an enemy to climb up the sides of the mountain, slip through the cracks, and march right into the city. Join this year-long interactive study of the New Testament & Proverbs that includes maps, photographs, and virtual tour videos that helps bring context and meaning to Scripture. Hearing Gods Word, but failing to follow it, is like papering over the cracks of a bad foundation. Some people decide to spend lots of money repairing those cracks. << /Filter /FlateDecode /S 100 /Length 142 >> WebThat when we begin to return to some sense of normality and remove said dirt, and even before then, cracks will be apparent in our individual foundation. The Bible wildly contrasts these How to Fix Foundation Problems in Your Spiritual Life, Cairo: Jesus in Egypt & God's Unusual Leaning, 2 Biblical Gardens in the Bible Reveal How to Make the Best Decisions, When the devil tempted the first woman to disobey, the cunning serpent. Web2. His work is perfect,For all His ways are just;A God of faithfulness and without injustice,Righteous and upright is He. I want to talk to you about your foundation this morning. Lord, help me stay watchful regarding the condition of my spiritual life! A little dynamite in the right place will do the trick. Signs of spiritual foundation problems: Constant negativity Lack of commitment Operating in fear Being jealous or envious of others successes Becoming offended easily Lack of self-control Inability to get along with others 1 Corinthians 10:12 Here is an incredible story from history that demonstrates the danger of cracks in your spiritual life. Sometimes they do so because they want to make the house stable enough to sell. WebYour Spiritual Foundation. 3 min read. These remain but symptoms of the real problem: a poor foundation. I have seen some houses where the foundation has become so compromised that when you walk in the door you begin to feel as though you have lost your balance because the whole house is leaning. This usually happens in older homes, especially in ones where the foundation was made with brick or natural stone. For no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 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