Storm-Proof Religion?
When a “storm” strikes in life, some will stand and others will fall (Mt.7:24-27). A storm-proof religion is one that demands faith and obedience (Mt.7:24-27; Jam.1:22).
Many who have done wonderful things will not be able to stand, because they did not obey God’s will (Mt.7:21-23). The five foolish virgins were turned back, because they had not made sufficient preparation (Mt.25:1-13). The storm tragically hit the one-talent man (Mt.25:14-30).
The difference between those on the right hand and those on the left is that some “did” (Mt.25:31-40) while others “did not” (Mt.25:41-45). The fig tree was cursed for not being productive (Mk.11:13-14). The builders upon the sand are deceiving themselves (Jam.1:22). It is either “hear” and “do” or be lost (Rev.22:14; I Pet.4:17-18).