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Rev. Rusty Johnson- “Building Your Family”
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What happens when we try to build our families using human wisdom instead of divine blueprints? In this powerful sermon on Psalm 127, we explore Solomon's cautionary tale—how the wisest man who ever lived discovered through painful experience that "except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it."
Solomon wrote this psalm not from theoretical knowledge but from the ashes of his own failures. Despite possessing God's extraordinary wisdom, he married 700 wives against God's command, built temples for their false gods, and ultimately died bitter and alone. His life demonstrates the devastating consequences of building a family structure without the Architect's plans.
The sermon unpacks five essential elements of godly family building: following God's plan instead of our own ideas, making necessary sacrifices, understanding that strong families develop over time, putting in consistent work, and cooperating with your spouse instead of working against them. Young couples are particularly challenged to prioritize their families above material possessions and personal desires.
For those feeling their families are on shaky ground, there's hope. When we surrender our blueprints to God and follow His design—even if our spouse isn't doing their part—we can build something that withstands life's storms. The alternative is grasping at wind, as Proverbs 11:29 warns: "He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind."
Is your family being built on God's foundation or your own? The difference determines whether you're constructing something lasting or merely chasing the wind. Make a commitment today to build your house God's way.
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Chapters
1. Rev. Rusty Johnson- “Building Your Family” (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Building a Family (00:00:45)
3. Except the Lord Build the House (00:03:28)
4. Solomon's House of Sorrows (00:11:41)
5. The Divine Design of Family (00:22:59)
6. Five Elements of Building a Strong Home (00:31:57)
7. Young Couples at the Altar (00:51:35)
8. Praying for Family Restoration (01:11:52)
9. Closing Remarks (01:42:55)
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