"Man cannot break the laws of God. He can only break himself against them." - G.K. Chesterton

Christ is the cornerstone of His Church (Ephesians 2:19-22). He is the one who created and sustains the universe by the word of His power (Hebrews 1:3). For some, this truth is not foundational but offensive - it is a place of stumbling (1 Peter 2:8). But for followers of Jesus, this truth is an anchor for the soul, and a sure foundation (Hebrews 6:19, Isaiah 28:16).

Christ as the foundation means that I do not get to build my life according to my will. Christ as the foundation means that he determines the scope and shape of my life. My desires must be purified, my mind must be renewed, my affections must be rightly aimed, and my heart must be made new. This is the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit continually taking me down to the foundation of Christ. This work is not without pain, not without struggle, but ultimately, what else would we need?

“Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer; from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I, for you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. Let me dwell in your tent forever! Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings!” Psalm 61:1-4

Amen and amen.