Standing On The Rock

I Samuel 2:2, “There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee; neither is there any rock like our God.”

Hello dear friends. I pray this finds you full of joy, seeking positive vibes for this day the Lord provided. Have you thanked Him for the allowance of the day, the gift of life, family, friends? Have you thought on how He provides the rock that you stand on, the rock that keeps you steady, the rock that keeps the sand from washing your path away? When we think of rocks, boulders; we understand that it symbolizes strong, secure and unmovable foundations; biblically sought strength against “storms” or “sinking sand”. Throughout history, God was called the “rock, the firm foundation”, then Jesus came and He was called the “cornerstone”, the main part of a building foundation that stabilizes it. Today, do we rely on the rock and the cornerstone to stabilize, to stand firmly, to provide us with what we need to be strong and unmovable? Have we chosen to ask God to be the one constant that leads, guides, provides for everything we need and go through? Have you placed yourself on the rock or have you gotten stuck in the sinking sands of this world? Deep questions, I know; but when we truly look at where we need to be within our spiritual, physical or mental health, are we lacking? Life can be full of obstacles, challenges; things that keep us from being grounded in what God can do for us. Ultimately, we understand and acknowledge that God is in control; that He is the one who can guide us along our journey. It comes down to our true obedience and trust that produces a faithfulness that keeps our rock steady and the cornerstone stable! We need to be active in the choice to trust God in everything, whether it is difficult and whether it goes against what the world deems right. When we let God be that rock, we ensure our lives are anchored in true permanent stabilization! Why not check your foundation today and see if you are sinking into the sands of the world, or if you are just tottering on the edge of your ROCK! Today, trust in the rock, ask for the guidance, allow complete control to the one true God, then stand firm on the rock of His foundation.  

Scriptures:

Read: Psalms 71:3, Psalms 61:2, Matthew 7:24-29, John 14:6, I Peter 3:15, John 3:18, Psalms 119:1-8, James 1:21-25, I Corinthians 3:11, Isaiah 28:16, II Timothy 2:19, Matthew 16:18, Psalms 40:2, John 5:24, II Peter 1:4, I Corinthians 10:4, I Peter 2:4-8, Deuteronomy 31:6

Prayer:

Lord, we come today thanking you for the foundation that can hold us, guide us, protect us, deliver us. Thank you for helping us to know that your rock is steady, strong and capable. Lord, please continue to help us when we allow the world to cause us to step into the sinking sand by lifting us, aiding us, giving strength beyond all measure, then placing our feet firmly back on the rock. Thank you for sending the cornerstone that aids us in forming the foundation that leads us to eternity with you. Amen.