Quench Your Thirst Thursday ~ "Build My Life"

In a world full of shifting values and uncertain futures, the question is not if storms will come, but when. Most importantly, what we’re standing on when they do. The song "Build My Life" emphasizes how essential it is to rely on God's power and promises during times of uncertainty and difficulties, including trusting in Jesus as the only firm foundation, which is a foundation that never fails.

"Worthy of every song we could ever sing / Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring"

The song begins with an expression of awe at God's worthiness.  He is deserving of all worship.  

Revelation 4:11 says: “You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory 

and honor and power. For You created all things; 

And by Your will, they exist and were created.”

Our worship is not merely just throwing our hands in the air but a response to who God is....Our Creator, Our protector, Our Redeemer, and Our Firm Foundation. When we recognize how great is our God, our hearts naturally overflow with praise and gratitude.

"Jesus, the name above every other name"

This line reminds us the name of Jesus not just any name. There is power, healing, and salvation in the name of Jesus.

“Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the 

name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee 

should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those 

under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that 

Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 

 (Philippians 2:9-11)

There is no foundation stronger, no name more powerful, and no love more perfect than that of Jesus. Amen and Amen!!!!

"And I will build my life upon Your love, it is a firm foundation"

The chorus is a declaration to Jesus. It's also an opportunity to ponder and to keep in mind to build our lives not on pleasures of this world or temporary things but on the eternal and unconditional love of Christ.

“These words I speak to you are not incidental additions 

to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. 

They are foundational words, words to build a life on. 

If you work these words into your life, 

you are like a smart carpenter who built his house on solid rock. 

Rain poured down, the river flooded, a tornado hit

—but nothing moved that house. It was fixed to the rock.” 

(Matthew 7:24-25, msg)

When our lives are anchored in God’s love and truth, we can stand firm through life’s storms. His love never fails, never fades, and never forsake us.

"I will put my trust in You alone / And I will not be shaken"

Trust is not a passive feeling—it’s an intentional choice to rely on God's promises even when circumstances seem uncertain.

“He only is my rock and my salvation; 

My fortress and my defense, I will not 

be shaken or discouraged.”  

(Psalm 62:6, amp)

Faith rooted in Christ brings a supernatural steadiness and the strength to be steadfast and immovable. It's not that we won’t face challenges, but with Jesus as our firm foundation, we won’t be shaken.

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Key Lyric: "I will build my life upon Your love"

Scripture:
"He who does not love does not know God, for God is love."  (1 John 4:8)

Reflection:
The bridge of "Build My Life" says, “Show me who You are and fill me with Your heart and lead me in Your love to those around me.” It is a heartfelt cry as well as emphasizes the importance of seeking a personal relationship with God and letting His love be manifested in our actions towards others and our daily lives.

If we truly build our lives on Him, we can:

  1) Remember God's love is the ultimate foundation for a fulfilling life;

  2) Put our trust in God;

  3) Live a life full of faith;

  4) Depend on God's Word to guide us in the way we should go and give us wisdom;

  5) Be thankful and grateful for Heavenly Father's Faithfulness.

Building our lives on Jesus involves opening our hearts to know Him intimately, allowing His love to transform us, and then letting that love flow outward, especially to those who are hurting, unseen, or lost.

Love is the measure of our spiritual foundation. Jesus said in John 13:35, “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.”

The more we center our lives on His love, the stronger our witness becomes. The storms of life may shake us, but love rooted in Christ anchors us. Hallelujah!!!!

Prayer: A Foundation of Love

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of Jesus, the solid rock on which I can build my life. I surrender my plans, fears, and dreams to You today. Teach me what it means to build not on sand, but on the foundation of Your unshakable love. Fill me with Your heart, Lord. Transform me from the inside out so that I may reflect Your love to those around me.

Help me to trust You more, obey You fully, and walk in the assurance that You are with me, even when the storms come. Strengthen my heart with Your Word and let my life be a testimony of Your grace.

In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray.
Amen.

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