As Jesus wraps up his powerful Sermon on the Mount, he shares the analogy of two builders: one constructs his house on the firm foundation of rock, while the other builds on the unstable, shifting sand. In the end, the house built on sand is swept away by the elements, while the house built on rock stands firm, withstanding any storm. Jesus' message is clear: true wisdom leads us to build our lives on the unshakable foundation of Christ, not on fleeting foundations that will inevitably lead to ruin.
For the Christian, persecution is a good sign. I know I’m living that Blessed life when I’m living the persecuted life. But what’s critical...
Jesus showered his love, compassion and mercy on the very people that the world overlooked. He plainly tells us in Matthew 5:7 'Blessed are...