Spiritual Foundations: Inevitable For Spiritual Walk With God

SPIRITUAL FOUNDATIONS: INEVITABLE FOR SPIRITUAL WALK WITH GOD

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27

Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22

INTRODUCTION:

Every building that stands the test of time is first established on a solid foundation. In the same way, every believer who desires to walk consistently with God must build their life on the unshakable foundation of Christ. Spiritual foundation is the core of our relationship with God, the root system that feeds our faith, convictions, and stability in the face of life’s storms.

Without a solid spiritual foundation, it is easy to fall away, to compromise, or to be tossed to and fro by doctrines, trials, or temptations. In our spiritual walk with God, what sustains our growth and integrity is not just the activities we do but the depth of our foundation in the Word, prayer, and obedience to Christ.

In this sermon, we shall explore why a strong spiritual foundation is non-negotiable and how to ensure we are building correctly and securely in our walk with God.

1. STRONG FOUNDATIONS DETERMINE STABILITY

A weak foundation leads to collapse when trials come. A strong foundation helps a believer to remain unshaken regardless of external pressures.

a) God expects us to build wisely

God desires that we hear His Word and act on it, like the wise builder (Matthew 7:24). Hearing without doing leads to instability.

b) Life’s storms will surely come

The rains, floods, and winds mentioned by Jesus are symbolic of trials, persecutions, and temptations (1 Peter 4:12). Only a strong foundation can withstand them.

c) The Word is our foundational rock

Building on Christ means being rooted in the Word (Colossians 2:6-7). The Word strengthens our resolve and directs our steps.

d) The wise builder plans ahead

A spiritually wise person builds before the storm arrives, not during it (Proverbs 10:25). Preparation is proof of wisdom.

Biblical Example: The man who built on the rock in Matthew 7:24-25 withstood the storm, while the man who built on sand fell.

2. WITHOUT SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION, FAITH CANNOT GROW

Faith cannot flourish in shallow soil. For growth, there must be depth in the believer’s spiritual life.

a) Shallow roots lead to spiritual dryness

Jesus compared shallow faith to seeds on rocky ground that wither under pressure (Matthew 13:20-21). Growth requires depth.

b) Consistent fellowship with God builds depth

As we commune with God in prayer and study, our foundation deepens (James 4:8). Distance from God weakens the foundation.

c) Faith is established by understanding

Strong faith comes by hearing and understanding the Word (Romans 10:17). When we understand God, we trust Him more.

d) Spiritual discipline is key to strong foundation

Regular prayer, fasting, study, and obedience are tools for digging spiritual depth (1 Timothy 4:7-8).

Biblical Example: The Berean Christians (Acts 17:11) searched the Scriptures daily and developed strong faith and conviction.

3. SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION PROTECTS AGAINST DECEPTION

A strong foundation acts as a shield against false doctrine and deception in these last days.

a) The enemy targets the ignorant

Where there is no firm foundation in truth, Satan can easily sow lies (2 Corinthians 11:13-15).

b) Sound doctrine is the believer’s defence

Strong foundations are built on sound teaching, not excitement or emotionalism (2 Timothy 4:3-4).

c) Discernment grows with spiritual maturity

The deeper your foundation, the sharper your ability to discern truth from error (Hebrews 5:14).

d) The Spirit of Truth helps those with solid foundations

The Holy Spirit guides the spiritually grounded (John 16:13), but shallow Christians struggle to hear Him.

Biblical Example: Jesus overcame the devil’s deception by standing on the Word (Matthew 4:1-11). His foundation was unshakable.

4. GOD BUILDS ON A SOLID FOUNDATION

God cannot establish His greater works on faulty or broken foundations.

a) God inspects foundations before promotion

Before God lifts a person, He checks their spiritual depth (Psalm 11:3). Shaky lives cannot carry divine weight.

b) Spiritual gifts rest on character foundation

Anointing without depth can destroy. Character is the base of all lasting ministry (2 Peter 1:5-10).

c) Strong foundations lead to divine assignments

God entrusts great responsibilities to those with strong foundations (1 Corinthians 3:10).

d) Holiness and obedience are non-negotiable

God builds on lives submitted to Him in holiness (Ephesians 2:20-22).

Biblical Example: Paul became a wise master builder because he first had a strong foundation in Christ (1 Corinthians 3:10-11).

5. NEGLECTING FOUNDATION INVITES GREAT FALL

Ignoring foundational truths leads to eventual collapse, even after years of effort.

a) Great fall follows wrong building

Jesus said, “great was the fall of it” (Matthew 7:27), because the foundation was never right.

b) Many fall not because of storms, but lack of foundation

The problem is not the storm—it’s what you’re standing on.

c) Time reveals the strength of foundations