“Build on a Firm Foundation”

The Bible Church of Cabot

In Luke 6:46-49, Jesus emphasizes the importance of obeying His words by contrasting two illustrations of building houses.I. Jesus Asks a Rhetorical Question. A. The underlying assumption is to obey the one you call "Lord."II. Jesus Gives a Positive Illustration. A. He who hears and does builds on a firm foundation. B. The house is unshakeable because it is well-built.III. Jesus Gives a Negative Illustration. A. He who hears and doesn't do builds without a foundation. B. The house collapses, and its ruin is great.