The Rock of Ages

From the beginning, God revealed Himself as a Rock — strong, unmovable,

faithful. The psalmist declared: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress,

and my deliverer.” When Jesus came, He revealed that same truth in human form.

Standing before the crowds, He told a parable: “Everyone who hears My words and puts

them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Storms came.

Rain fell. Winds beat against the house. But it did not fall —

because its foundation was secure. Jesus was teaching more than construction advice.

He was revealing Himself as the foundation of life. The apostle Paul later wrote: