Whatever trials, sorrows or temptations you face in this life; I can assure you of this: knowing these three foundations of truth with hold your heart steady, filling you with hope, joy, peace, and strength to live victoriously. Over the course of the last few months; I have written about these three truth foundations upon which you can securely build your life. Beyond just knowing in your mind; these truths must be indelibly written upon your heart; in order to transform your life. Because we need to know these truths, often, our life’s journey takes us through dark and treacherous valleys; leading us to God’s truth and light. Patiently preparing and equipping us with His truth, God guides us each step of the way; because, He knows that we can only find true joy, peace, and hope in a close and intimate relationship with Him.
Knowing these three truths; building upon them as your foundation gives you the power to remain fearless, steadfast, and joy filled no matter what storms come your way in this life. First, know your place in this world; because, faith is knowing God IS (Supreme Creator, Sovereign Lord, the Being without which nothing else exists) and He rewards those who diligent seek Him. Second, you must realize your purpose in this world. God created you desiring to shower upon you His love, to fill you with His Joy, and to bestow upon you part of His Glory (though undeserving you may be). Thirdly, you must know your position in Christ Jesus; held firm by the power of His resurrection; endowing you with the power to live victoriously.
WISDOM WRITTEN ON YOUR HEART
My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:1-6
The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens. By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew. My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion: So, shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. Proverbs 3:19-23
SOLID ROCK FOUNDATIONS of LIFE
Truth must make its way from my mind into the depth of my heart; before, it becomes a foundation strong and steady, unshifting in nature. For a simple path of loose dirt or sand to become formed into solid rock, it undergoes great stress and then pressure. The waves crash against the shore, washing; changing and transforming sand and debris into what is called a sedimentary rock. Because of extreme pressure, rock is formed. Igneous rocks form by undergoing extreme heating, melting and then, cooling. Because of the extreme stress they endure, they become firm, unmovable. Diamond formation occurs in extreme temperatures, extreme pressure over millions of years. Often, it is through our trials, sorrows, temptations and pains; we discover the solid foundations of knowing the truth of our place in the universe, our purpose, and our position in Christ Jesus
Living a life filled with peace, joy, hope, and fearless faith; comes from having lived through the harsh trials and learning to lean into an Almighty God. He is the truth, the way and the life. He is joy overflowing. I know this truth; because, through many trials; God wrote these truths indelibly into my heart. My journey has not been easy; however, I would walk every step of it again, knowing God’s plan for me has always been for my good, His pleasure and my pleasure to be found in Him.
CONCLUDING TWEETS
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