Matthew 7:26 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But everyone who hears what I'm saying and doesn't actually do anything about it? They're like someone who thought it was smart to build their house on sand.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Hearing good advice but ignoring it is like building your life on the worst foundation possible.

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