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. We did spiritual research into this phenomenon and found that negative energies have the ability to create cracks in inanimate objects. Our concern though was that the crack seemed to slowly and gradually increase in length. How prepared were we to do home church with our families? By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. 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 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. They often look like the concrete is flaking off, and theyre typically the result of excess water corroding your rebars. 26 0 obj A drifting away from Gods word and leaning on the doctrines of men, of the world, of the devil or even from our own imaginations and experiences. Character I am falling down in areas of integrity and compassion. This is the Lords doing;It is marvelous in our eyes.. 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. Learn more: hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(21111333, '5426e642-fbc2-4ce5-a68e-e10810f16dd9', {"useNewLoader":"true","region":"na1"}); Tell me what you think: On what basis do you make your decisions? Scriptures:
To leave a comment, just click here. Some time ago, I was talking to a friend who has recently discovered that his house is beginning to show its age because cracks are forming in his foundation. A negative/nasty attitude 2. the winds blew and slammed against that house; and it felland great was its fall. Do we know how we would survive if the benefits of grocery stores, running water, and electricity were taken from us? The story comes from the city of Sardis, where one of the seven churches in the book of Revelation was located (see Revelation 3:1-6). Therefore thus says the Lord God,Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone, a tested stone,A costly cornerstone for the foundation, firmly placed.He who believes in it will not be disturbed. Satan had been busy, and now Paul had to address the issue of their foundation because the future of the Corinthian church and the eternal souls of his converts were at stake. The Rock! Got some cracks in your spiritual life? What Work to fix foundation problems. At this time, President Young examined the newly uncovered foundation and became aware that it was defective. << /Type /XRef /Length 72 /Filter /FlateDecode /DecodeParms << /Columns 4 /Predictor 12 >> /W [ 1 2 1 ] /Index [ 26 56 ] /Info 41 0 R /Root 28 0 R /Size 82 /Prev 137796 /ID [] >> As this apathy took over, the residents smugly concluded that there was no other city as secure as theirs. For who is God, but the Lord?And who is a rock, except our God. He first shared this bit of history in regards to the Salt Lake Temple: On July 24, 1857, as the Latter-day Saints were celebrating the tenth anniversary of their entrance into Salt Lake Valley, they received the latest disturbing news that a potentially hostile United States army was approaching Utah. 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. Unresolved, it will lead to more damage to other areas of your home and a much higher cost to repair. These cookies do not store any personal information. Just as is the case with a physical foundation, knowing the factors that will cause cracks in a spiritual foundation will be key. I am placing a foundation stone in Jerusalem, a firm and tested stone. He was rejected by people, but he was chosen by God for great honor. For you are free, yet you are Gods slaves, so dont use your freedom as an excuse to do evil. We step outside of Gods will. [d] But for those who reject him, The stone that the builders rejected has now become the cornerstone. And, He is the stone that makes people stumble, the rock that makes them fall. They stumble because they do not obey Gods word, and so they meet the fate that was planned for them. As the Scriptures say,I am placing a cornerstone in Jerusalem,chosen for great honor,and anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced. Yes, you who trust him recognize the honor God has given him. A crack in our spiritual foundation can take many forms: Thinking I am trying to justify my wrong choices. Are you aFrequent Listenerto the Restoration Podcast? OUR VISION is to take the Gospel both to our nearby world and to the ends of the earth, proclaiming Christ, and warning and teaching every man with all wisdom, in order that we may present every person fully mature in Christ Jesus. We offer indoor facilities that include many of our inflatables for a great price. Eventually the devil found a way to slip into that church to ruin its name and influence. Check one of them here for more. A classic example is the one already explored in a previous blog about the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24 27. Press J to jump to the feed. Therefore, I turn from apathy and the wrong kind of confidence, and I turn to the Cross! We walk in unforgiveness. 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. Got some cracks in your spiritual life? LOTE EN VA PARQUE SIQUIMAN A 2 CUADRAS DE LAGO SAN ROQUE. It becomes possible and much easier to sort the cracks issue when I can deal with the causes. You are royal priests,[g] a holy nation, Gods very own possession. He only is my rock and my salvation,My stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken. Are you aware of any areas in your life that have deteriorated and need attention? I would like to use it as part of our slide prevention on Sunday morning and the graphic for our bulletin. endobj Once He leads you into His truth concerning what you ought to do, you will be judged for what you knew you ought to do but you didnt. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. O afflicted one, storm-tossed, and not comforted,Behold, I will set your stones in antimony,And your foundations I will lay in sapphires. A Psalm of David.To You, O Lord, I call;My rock, do not be deaf to me,For if You are silent to me,I will become like those who go down to the pit. It is a precious cornerstone that is safe to build on. Lack of commitment 3. You go to church. 1 Corinthians 10:12 Here is an incredible story from history that demonstrates the danger of cracks in your spiritual life. No? Barna Group, God never intended feelings to guide us. Secondly, a persons stand on cultural, social, or even political issues can indicate a crack in the foundation. If you choose to invest time in the Bible and apply its life-changing truths, you will live like those of whom Jesus spoke: This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. A costly cornerstone for the foundation, firmly placed. Lote en Mirador del Lago:3.654 m2.Excelente vista al Lago, LOTE EN EL CONDADO DE 1430 m2, EN COSQUIN. Sounds silly, but we see it all the time: The problem, of course, lies not in the wallpaper, the walls, or even the wind. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Yet the city residents were completely unaware of the problem! I will become like those who go down to the pit. It doesnt mean God will reject you because an aspect of your foundation is missing. 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! Once You reveal to me what needs to be changed, please give me the power to apply the needed correction. Its time to reset your foundation on the cornerstone of faith: putting your trust first in Jesus and the Bible. Is Jesus Lord and king of your life? And your foundations I will lay in sapphires. The Mission President over our stake's area spoke at our Stake Conference and shared an interesting analogy revolving around the pandemic. Precious stones Here our foundation is no longer in Christ but in the trappings of the Christian lifestyle: going to church, wearing a cross, saying Praise the Lord, listening to Christian music. Faith I lose vision and hope. The stone which the builders rejectedHas become the chief corner stone. Welcome to Big Red Bounce inflatables. 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. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. cntrUpTag.track('cntrData', 'e2d0203af72aea64'); Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. When I []. For years I shaved inches off most of the doors trying to get them to close. Your email address will not be published. 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. If you know what you are doing, you dont need an atomic bomb to wreak havoc. If we do not, right now is a great opportunity to audit our capabilities, educate ourselves, and take practical measures now so that we will be at as little risk as possible if/when such times do come to us. IDEAL OPORTUNIDAD DE INVERSION, CODIGO 4803 OPORTUNIDAD!! << /Filter /FlateDecode /S 100 /Length 142 >> A rightly laid foundation will mean a full expression of life in Christ. Divisions, if you will, were beginning to form. Those close to us will also have either apparent (or not so apparent cracks) and we must take the extra time to care for those around us and assist in their shaky replacement of the sandstone for the granite. I look for my identity in the values of the world. A costly cornerstone for the foundation, firmly placed. WebIf its no wider than 1/10 of an inch, then vertical cracks in your foundation are not serious. WebSpalling cracks are wide surface cracks that follow the direction of rebars. 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. Why does he insist that we be so watchful? 1 Corinthians 10:12. I am a firm believer in the fact that God will often use physical illustrations to communicate to us spiritual truth. Jesus is the only true foundation. A Christian who is too busy to get into the Presence of God is a Christian who will soon find himself in trouble, just like the city of Sardis. Work to fix foundation problems. Paul is urging us to live in an uninterrupted state of watchfulness regarding our spiritual lives and the firm stance of faith that we claim to possess! A few weeks later I was called for jury duty. A little dynamite in the right place will do the trick. Especially after what Ive read today, I realize that this kind of smugness and pride has always gotten me into trouble. It begins by ensuring that the causes have been dealt with. O afflicted one, storm-tossed, and not comforted. Thanks, https://bigredbounce.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/slip-and-slide-video.mp4, Check out our amazing inflatables and pricing, click on our Entertainment Options below, Come join us at a public event, dates and locations listed on our Calendar. Try. But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. Cracks were appearing in the church. Our interaction with young people for instance, has often led us to encounter a young person who will not find it an issue to marry an unbeliever yet they themselves claim to believers. Silver This is where we put our trust in past experience, not a vibrant, living relationship. xcbdg`b`8 $X@M@ A V+pL@/ a@ The only foundation that will stand the test of time is the Word of God, in hearing and doing what it says. Jesus told them, I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and are dead (Revelation 3:1). When the Holy Spirit speaks to me, I am quick to listen and quick to obey. Click here to view the updated information on the Emergency Situation. Not knowing the armys intentions, Brigham Young had the temple foundation covered with dirt as a precaution. 29 0 obj COMPLEJO DE 4 DEPARTAMENTOS CON POSIBILIDAD DE RENTA ANUAL, HERMOSA PROPIEDAD A LA VENTA EN PLAYAS DE ORO, CON EXCELENTE VISTA, CASA CON AMPLIO PARQUE Y PILETA A 4 CUADRAS DE RUTA 38, COMPLEJO TURISTICO EN Va. CARLOS PAZ. The ability of a house to weather storms and the relentless powers of decay, is dependent on the quality of its foundation. Admin The day we allow that to happen, we are in big trouble! There can be a variety of ways. Just as is the case with a physical foundation, knowing the factors that will cause cracks in a spiritual foundation will be key. As I am addressing a foundation issue with my house, the Spirit of the Lord quickened me and began to show the parallel between my house foundation and the spiritual foundation of some Christians. It took only a few minutes for the enemy soldiers to creep through those fractures and silently make their way up to the top of the city walls. I have been writing about foundations in two previous blogs following this one. That because of this, it will be ever important to look internally and repair or replace our weaknesses, caring for our spiritual footing. Behold, I will set your stones in antimony. Years ago, my grandmothers 1909 house got a fresh layer of wallpaper. The Scriptures (and our past General Conference) make it clear that we are in for both easier days ahead (once this pandemic is over), as well as harder days ahead that we must prepare for. Your answer may be a resounding YES to all three questions: Let me ask though: Do you spend time with Him? It might even be a childhood experience that has caused you to believe a lie, such as a teacher telling you youll never make it in a vocation you thought you would thrive. Independent/Bible. Its a lesson in the power of cracks in the foundation. They try to find their identity in job or possessions, living for what feels good. As a result of this haughty attitude, they stopped giving attention to the foundations and walls of their spiraling city. (Tweet that.). Problem cracks can appear damp, will present some type of movement, either widening or elevating or lowering along one side, or will be wider than an eighth inch. Look closely at the lives of your friends and family. There could be other members that are struggling that you might be able to put your arm around or you might find opportunities to share the happiness that you have found. Fear God, and respect the king.. Ive seen a lot of Christians whose foundations began to crack and finally crumble because they built their lives on the wrong values. Imagine my shock when I was seated as a prospective juror for the trial of the two young men accused of his murder. 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