When I was in college I loaded semi-trucks for UPS. I was taught a very specific way to load packages into a truck. It was important to create a firm foundation so the wall of packages would not be crushed or fall. This all started with the most important package: the cornerstone.
It is no coincidence that Jesus is referred to in scripture as the cornerstone. With a proper cornerstone the foundation will be strong and it will give strength to anything that is built on it. However If the cornerstone is weak the entire structure is at risk of crumbling. With Jesus as our cornerstone there is no risk of a faulty foundation (Acts4:10 -12).
We are not saved or kept by our works. We are however called as Christians to do good works (Eph2:10 ). When God changes us He gives us a heart of love to help others and guide them to a relationship with Him. Works are a byproduct of the change in us and proof of our faith (James 2:20 ).
Even as Christians we still have the free will to build our works upon the foundation of God or man. I truly believe we do not intend to build upon mans foundation. However when we take it upon our self to do great things or view good works as an obligatory requirement, we fail to build on a proper foundation. These works are good for nothing and will be washed away and forgotten. Only works that are built with love upon the firm foundation of Christ Jesus will remain.
What foundation are you building on today? Seek the Lord so that He may be glorified and your works may be proved and refined (1Cor.3:13 -14)!
Pray
It is no coincidence that Jesus is referred to in scripture as the cornerstone. With a proper cornerstone the foundation will be strong and it will give strength to anything that is built on it. However If the cornerstone is weak the entire structure is at risk of crumbling. With Jesus as our cornerstone there is no risk of a faulty foundation (Acts
We are not saved or kept by our works. We are however called as Christians to do good works (Eph
Even as Christians we still have the free will to build our works upon the foundation of God or man. I truly believe we do not intend to build upon mans foundation. However when we take it upon our self to do great things or view good works as an obligatory requirement, we fail to build on a proper foundation. These works are good for nothing and will be washed away and forgotten. Only works that are built with love upon the firm foundation of Christ Jesus will remain.
What foundation are you building on today? Seek the Lord so that He may be glorified and your works may be proved and refined (1Cor.
Pray
Merciful and mighty God, I come before You with praise; You have set me free! I am not bound by the law of works. I am 100% saved by Your grace through faith. Help my works to glorify You. Destroy the works that are useless and vain and make me more like Jesus. You are holy God. I love You too! In Jesus name, amen
