Building on God’s foundation

I Cor. 3:11-15

Introduction: If this building were not built on a good foundation the walls, roof, floor and every other part of it would eventually fall, we know that. If this building were built on a good foundation but the wrong materials were used in the rest of it the building would still fall and the only thing left would be the good foundation. You know a life in proper relationship with Jesus is based on a good foundation but that foundation is only the starting point. There is a life that must be built on that foundation. There are two ways to build that life; using worldly materials or using spiritual materials. Lets look at Gods building plan for the Christian.

I. Recognized foundation (v.11)

The foundation is the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Other foundations may be:

A. Acceptable

B. Alluring

C. Appeasing

The foundation of Jesus is:

D. Sure

E. Simple

F. Steadfast

II. Responsible building (v.12)

In verse 11 we learned about the true spiritual foundation, lets see what can go on that foundation, notice...

A. It is our choice of material

B. It is our choice to build

We may choose the things of God which are...

C. Permanent, Beautiful, Valuable and Hard to obtain.

D. Passing, Temporary, Ordinary, Cheap or Easy to obtain.

III. Revealing our efforts (v.13-14)

God not only looks at the quantity of believers but He also looks at their quality. Paul makes it clear it is possible to have both. We can know the quality of our faith by...

A. Dealing with temptation

B. Dealing with tribulation

C. Devoting ourselves to Godly service.

1. Persistence

2. Perseverance

3. Proclaiming our rewards.

Conclusion: What’s your life built upon this morning? It’s not a matter of are you building a life, but more realistically how are you building a life. Is it base on personal desire, wealth, prosperity, power or pleasure? Is it based on the direction and will of God for you life? Will our musicians come and prepare a hymn of invitation. While they come will you bow your head? If you know without question that Jesus is you personal savior this morning will you raise your hand? If you couldn’t raise your hand then you need to establish a foundation for your life this morning. If you did raise your hand, you need to determine what you’re building on that foundation, the type of material you’re using, the end goals you have in mind. If you Jesus as your personal savior will come and establish this foundation, if the Lord’s dealing with you to change the things your life is being built with you need to come as well. As we sing will you come.