You may have never personally connected with the Samaritan woman in John 4 that Jesus met at the well. But, if you have ever struggled with anxiety, depression, self-worth, and/or sin, you may have discovered something. Jesus went to every low and dark place you were in to find you—not because He was impressed with you, but to get you to admit your need of Him. It didn't matter how many times you screwed up, He helped you up and gave you another shot. He wasn't interested in your knowledge or wisdom, He was after your heart. The truth He wanted you to see—and He wants all of us to see—is how much you need Him. Perhaps now you can see this story in a new light. Even tired and worn out, in the wrong place, at the wrong time, talking to the wrong person, breaking the rules of religion and culture, Jesus will come after us.
“The fundamental fact of existence is that this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth living. It’s our handle on what we can’t see.” Hebrews 11:1 (MSG)
Faith is the currency of the Kingdom of God. We need faith to enter the Kingdom, and indeed, every transaction requires faith. How Firm a Foundation is a series of sermons which examines tales of faith in the New Testament. These are real stories, with elements to emulate and mistakes to learn from. You will walk away with a realistic view of faith and practical principles for everyday life.
You may have never personally connected with the Samaritan woman in John 4 that Jesus met at the well. But, if you have ever struggled with anxiety, depression, self-worth, and/or sin, you may have discovered something. Jesus went to every low and dark place you were in to find you—not because He was impressed with you, but to get you to admit your need of Him. It didn't matter how many times you screwed up, He helped you up and gave you another shot. He wasn't interested in your knowledge or wisdom, He was after your heart. The truth He wanted you to see—and He wants all of us to see—is how much you need Him. Perhaps now you can see this story in a new light. Even tired and worn out, in the wrong place, at the wrong time, talking to the wrong person, breaking the rules of religion and culture, Jesus will come after us.
“The fundamental fact of existence is that this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth living. It’s our handle on what we can’t see.” Hebrews 11:1 (MSG)
Faith is the currency of the Kingdom of God. We need faith to enter the Kingdom, and indeed, every transaction requires faith. How Firm a Foundation is a series of sermons which examines tales of faith in the New Testament. These are real stories, with elements to emulate and mistakes to learn from. You will walk away with a realistic view of faith and practical principles for everyday life.
