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Building An Enduring Life of Quality

by Brett Fuller on July 05, 2021

In Matthew 7:24-28, Jesus contrasts two men by assessing how each responded to His teaching, using the metaphor of home construction to make His point. The first man, who both listened and put into practice what he heard, built a house on a solid foundation. The second listened, but did not through obedience, take time to prepare the foundation for his structure. When a storm arose both houses were buffeted, but only the house whose foundation was built on rock endured.

There are two realities among many in this world: 

  1. We need shelter
  2. Storms are unalterable

The process of lifelong success cannot be short-cut. If building an enduring life of quality is the objective, we must listen to the words of Christ and obey what He says. Obedience to His Word will privilege us to be grateful for weathering inevitable storms.

So, since you must build something in which to live, and since the storms are coming, please build right and build well, so you can live right and live well... 

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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