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1 Corinthians 3:11 - A Solid Foundation Like No Other.

1 Corinthians 3:11 (NLT) For no one can lay 
any foundation other than the one we already 
have - Jesus Christ.  

COMMENTARY PEARL

   Workers laid the foundation for one of 
Italy's most famous structures in 1173, a tower 
designed to stand next to a cathedral. During 
construction, however, they discovered the soil was softer 
than previously thought, and the tower began to 
sink 
   Today the top of that tower is nearly 
thirteen feet off center. People come from around the 
world to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and 
scientists travel to Pisa yearly to measure its slow 
descent. They calculate that at its current rate of 
decline, and without taking any countermeasures, it 
will one day collapse. 
   Nothing is more important in construction 
work than making sure you have the foundation 
right. If you don't get that correct, then nothing 
else will matter. It may be more fun to decide 
what color to paint the rooms and how you will 
decorate the finished structure, but without a proper 
foundation, nothing else you do will last long enough to 
make any difference. 
   Smart and successful Christians build 
their lives on the right foundation. Scripture 
makes it clear that the only foundation possible 
for a sound spiritual life is Jesus Christ (1 
Corinthians 3:11). And where do you learn about Jesus? 
In the Word of God. The Word is truth and it 
will never lead you astray. If you are building 
your life on the right foundation, which is Jesus 
Christ, then you're also regularly getting into the 
Word. Only that foundation will stand the test of 
time. 
   Don't become the Leaning Tower of You.
   Build your life on the foundation of 
Jesus Christ, as you learn of Him in Scripture and 
stand straight and tall as the years pass. [Greg 
Laurie from Harvest Ministries; 
https://www.harvestdaily.com] 

COMMENTARY

Jesus in His death and resurrection did all 
that was necessary to make salvation available. 
We can add nothing to what He did. We need 
simply to trust Him for salvation. [Disciple SB] 

A building is only as solid as its 
foundation. The foundation of our lives is Jesus Christ; 
he is our base, our reason for being. 
Everything we are and do must fit into the pattern 
provided by him. Are you building your life on the 
only real and lasting foundation, or are you 
building on a faulty foundation such as wealth, 
security, success, or fame?  [Life Application SB] 

   The great principles of the law, of the 
very nature of God, are embodied in the words of 
Christ on the mount. Whoever builds upon them is 
building upon Christ, the Rock of Ages. In receiving 
the word, we receive Christ. And only those who 
thus receive His words are building upon Him. 
"Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, 
which is Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 3:11. "There 
is none other name under heaven, given among 
men, whereby we must be saved." Acts 4:12. 
Christ, the Word, the revelation of God,--the 
manifestation of His character, His law, His love, His 
life,--is the only foundation upon which we can build 
a character that will endure.  
   We build on Christ by obeying His word. 
It is not he who merely enjoys righteousness, 
that is righteous, but he who does righteousness. 
Holiness is not rapture; it is the result of 
surrendering all to God; it is doing the will of our 
heavenly Father   
   Religion consists in doing the words of 
Christ; not doing to earn God's favor, Christ 
places the salvation of man, not upon profession 
merely, but upon faith that is made manifest in 
works of righteousness. Doing, not saying merely, 
is expected of the followers of Christ. It is 
through action that character is built. "As many as 
are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons 
of God." Romans 8:14. Not those whose hearts 
are touched by the Spirit, not those who now and 
then yield to its power, but they that are led by 
the Spirit, are the sons of God. MB148-150 

CLOSING THOUGHT

A form of godliness will not save any. All 
must have a deep and living experience [with 
Christ]. This alone will save them 1T125 

LINKS FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE

John 14:6: The 6th I AM Statement of Jesus 
The Waymaker!:  

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2019/20191013-1151.html 

Acts 4:12: JESUS: The Only Way!: 

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2015/20150617-1022.html 

YOUR COMMENTS

If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or 
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either 
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in 
hearing from you.  Thanks in advance and let's keep 
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred 
Gibbs  

LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT

Most Important Decision in Life: 
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0 

A Man without Equal by Bill Bright: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo 

Seeking God Made Real: 
http://vimeo.com/31489782 

Prayer Made Real: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE 

Importance of Choice: 
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]  

Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David 
DeRose, MD, MPH: 
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart 

LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES 

Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies: 
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/ 

Amazing Facts Bible Studies: 
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx  

Glow Tract Video Bible Studies: 
http://www.bibleresearch.info/ 

LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS

The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug 
Batchelor: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK 

Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657  

Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW (Live 
Series): 
https://www.discoverhopeawakens.com/webinar-registration-21585698406854