The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 12 March 2026 – Building On A Firm Foundation
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TOPIC: Building On A Firm Foundation
READ: Luke 6:46-49
46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?
47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like:
48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.
49 But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.
THE MESSAGE:
“Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?… The one who hears my words and puts them into practice is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock.” In our text, Jesus challenges us to examine the depth of our obedience to His words. Many people profess faith, calling Jesus “Lord,” but fail to live out His teachings. True discipleship is not just about words; it’s about action – building our lives on the solid rock of His truth. Jesus describes two builders: One who digs deep, laying his foundation on rock, and another who builds without a foundation. Storms will come – trials, temptations, and challenges – but only the house on the rock will stand. The difference lies in obedience.
When we not only hear but do what Jesus says, our faith becomes rooted and unshakable at all seasons. Today, ask yourself: Are there areas where I hear God’s word but fail to apply it? Am I building on shifting sand or on solid rock? Trusting God’s instructions may require sacrifice and patience, but the result is a life that withstands every storm.
PRAYER: Lord, help me to not only hear Your word but to put it into practice. Teach me to build my life on the firm foundation of Your truth, so I may stand firm through every trial. Amen.
