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Firm Foundation

Pastor Caleb Crenshaw
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June 16, 2024

Main Idea

The central theme of the sermon was about building a resilient life on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Pastor illustrated this by comparing the lives we build to houses, emphasizing that a house built on a solid foundation can withstand severe storms. He warned against the dangers of a superficial faith that crumbles under pressure and urged us to dig deep into our faith, likening it to the necessary deep foundations of tall buildings. The sermon concluded with a call to build our lives with lasting, spiritual materials and to lead by example in our communities.

Scripture References

Luke 6:47-49, Matthew 5:45, 1 Corinthians 10:3-4, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

1. How can we identify whether our lives are built on a solid foundation or just surface-level beliefs?

When the storms of life hit, it's the depth of our foundation in Christ that determines our resilience.

2. What practical steps can we take to deepen our faith and build on the rock of Jesus' teachings?

Discussion Questions:

3. How can we maintain our spiritual foundation in the midst of life's storms?

4. What does it mean to build our lives with eternal materials, and how can we do this daily?

5. In what ways can we lead by example in our communities, reflecting a life built on Christ?

Building a life on Jesus is not about choosing the right foundation, but about refusing to build haphazardly on the surface.

Summary

In the sermon, Pastor emphasized the importance of building our lives on a solid foundation, using the metaphor of a house that withstands storms. He drew parallels between the physical storms faced by sailors and the spiritual storms we encounter in life. The message highlighted that everyone faces challenges, but the key to enduring them is to have a foundation built on Jesus' teachings. By putting His words into practice, we can withstand life's torrents. The sermon also encouraged us to dig deep, beyond surface-level faith, and to build our lives with eternal materials like prayer, integrity, and love.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Reflect on the foundation of your life and commit to building it on the rock of Jesus' teachings.

Take intentional steps to deepen your faith and invest in eternal values like prayer, integrity, and love.

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