Dear Explorer,
All these recent teachings have been part of the Sermon on the Mount. Today we look at the last parable that Jesus taught in this special sermon.
Read Matthew 7:24-27
And
Read Luke 6:47-49
Jesus says that everyone who hears His words and applies them to his/her own life is like what?
He says, everyone who hears His words and does NOT apply them to his/her own life is like what?
It's fun to go to the beach and build huge castles on the sand and watch the waves destroy them. But I don't think it would be much fun – if that was your life you were watching crumble into the surf.
In this life you will encounter storms and floods. If you've applied Jesus' words and invited Him into your core, then you are on a firm foundation that will stand strong in the midst of life's problems. As you continue to apply His words, you will grow stronger and stronger to face whatever this life dishes out!
Read Matthew 7:28-29
How did the crowd react to Jesus' teachings?