Advent Day 2

Monday, December 2nd

24 “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. – Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV)

There are some truths that we need to stand on. These truths help carry us through the most unthinkable of moments, truths that we can find ourselves wrapped inside and comforted by. Truths that are wider and deeper than the

trite platitudes we often hear from well-meaning supporters during times of struggle. Statements like: “What doesn’t kill you doesn’t always make you stronger.” When our lives are coming undone, we no longer have the patience for feeble attempts to repair or gloss over the pain that we are experiencing. There are often no words that can fill the aching gap. The fix needed is a solid one, a fulsome one that restores and brings peace. That must be what Jesus meant when He said to build your house on the rock. When the storms inevitably come (notice He said “when,” not “if” or “in case of emergencies”), we need something firmer to stand upon.

By coming to earth, Jesus came as our firm foundation—one of love, truth, compassion, and long-faithfulness—not empty niceties. It is here that we can find rest from the storm and truths we can stand on.

Gracious God, when I face the storms of life, help me remember You are my firm foundation. I can rest in You. Amen.