BUILDING A STRONG LIFE Matthew 7:24-29
I. Wisdom and foolishness – building on rock or sand
A. The many faces of foolishness: simplemindedness, carelessness, cynicism (see Proverbs)
B. The meaning of wisdom: “wisdom is deep insight into the true nature of things, including their moral value, and the integrity to act on that insight”
II. How to build a life
A. foundation: the words of Jesus Christ
B. construction: putting into practice
C. environment: rain and streams and winds
III. The final issue: whose authority will we follow?
A. “amazing” teaching
B. true authority
