Jola Speaks
Jola Speaks is a daily Podcast intended to grow and equip its listeners in their trust walk with God. The current focus is on obtaining clarity as we go through our individual processes with God - drop our own will, answering His calling, trusting Him and submitting to His Will. Why me? Why am I here? Why don’t I feel content with my achievements? What is happening to me? Why does my heart feel so heavy? What is wrong? Yes! we have so many questions, I have been there, I understand what you are going through, and you are not alone. I am by no means an expert and every episode is inspired by the Holy Spirit. Let us all learn together under the leading of the Holy Spirit. The podcast unexpectedly started in December 2022 Please listen to the first podcast titled My Podcast Testimony for the full story. I know you will be enlightened as you listen. Got questions? Please let me know.
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Firm Foundation
2 Samuel 22:1-2 speaks of David's song of deliverance, where he praises God for being his rock, fortress, and deliverer. This theme of God as a firm foundation can be applied to many aspects of life, especially in moments of difficulty and uncertainty.
1. God, Our Unshakable Foundation Just as David trusted God as his rock, we too can rely on God to be our unshakable foundation. A rock is solid, immovable, and provides safety. In the same way, God's promises and love provide us with a firm footing, enabling us to stand strong in times of trouble.
When we build our lives on the foundation of God's truth, we establish ourselves on something that cannot be shaken. Relationships, careers, and material things can be uncertain, but God's faithfulness endures.
2. Stability in Times of Trouble David’s life was filled with battles, dangers, and moments of despair, but he always returned to God as his place of refuge. Similarly, when we face personal battles—whether emotional, spiritual, or physical—God provides a firm foundation we can lean on. He offers stability when everything else feels unstable.
3. Building on the Right Foundation Jesus also spoke of building our lives on a solid foundation in Matthew 7:24-27. He compares those who hear His words and act on them to a wise man who built his house on a rock. The winds came, the floods rose, but the house stood firm because of its foundation.
Like David, we must build our lives on God's Word, trusting in His wisdom and direction. The world may offer shifting sands of trends, philosophies, and temporary solutions, but only God’s foundation is eternal.
Faith in God’s Word: Immerse yourself in Scripture, allowing it to guide your decisions, actions, and responses to challenges.
Prayer: Establishing a consistent prayer life helps you stay connected to God, who will strengthen your foundation through His guidance and presence.
Community: Surround yourself with people who share your faith and will encourage you to stay rooted in God's truth.
Obedience: Like David, respond to God’s leading with trust and obedience, knowing that His ways are always firm and secure.
Ultimately, 2 Samuel 22:1-2 encourages us to trust in God as our rock and foundation, no matter what life throws our way. By building our lives on Him, we can stand firm and secure through every season.
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