Building with Grace, Gratitude and Love

“According to the grace of God, which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed of how he builds on it. For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” [1]

God’s grace allowed Paul to be a worker on God’s building. “Thank You Heavenly Father for Your grace!” King David went as far as to sing loud praises God to while on his bed...

“Let the saints be joyful in glory; let them sing aloud on their beds.” [2]

How many of us have thought of our beds as a stage from which to put on a music concert in honor of God? David did.

As God’s builders it is important to keep an attitude of gratitude lest the enemy spoil our progress with discontentment. When the Israelites found fault with God’s leading and His leader, Moses, it did not lead to blessings, but great loss.

“When Paul founded the church in Corinth (Acts 18), he set the only foundation that can be laid – the person and work of Jesus Christ. Yet he knew that others would come after him and build on the foundation he set.” [3]

The Church’s one foundation is Jesus Christ her Lord. We should not only begin with the foundation of Christ but continue steadfastly building with Him. Jesus said...

“If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.” [4]

All our work should be to the Lord and for His glory. Christ is overall. Our Heavenly Father honors individuals, churches, communities and countries who serve Christ.

We serve Christ well when led by His Spirit via the Bible; when praising Him from whom all blessings flow; when praying for one another; and when loving for one another. As Jesus said... “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” [5]

“Thank You Heavenly Father for the blueprint and for the grace to will and to do Your good pleasure. Thank You for Your love. Help us to love one another as we build. May You be glorified! In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.”

[1] 1 Corinthians 3:10-11
[2] Psalm 149:5
[3] Enduring Word Commentary
[4] John 12:26
[5] John 13:35