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Web-Free Building

By Wanda

The wicked build houses as fragile as a spider’s web, as flimsy as a shelter made of branches. Job 27:18 (NLT)

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Now who would ever think of building a house with something as flimsy as a spider’s web? I dare to say that no one would, if they were able to see that the material was just a web. But Satan is so crafty in leading us to believe that seeking fame and fortune is the way to build our lives. He spins the web of lies that say if we just had more, more, more everything would be just right.

Can what you’ve chosen to build your life upon weather the storms life brings? Anything built without a proper foundation will eventually fall.

Fill your cup with more of the Word this Wednesday at Internet Cafe Devotions.

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  1. Sharon Kirby says

    15 September, 2010 at 1:25 am

    Profound, Wanda.
    Only ONE foundation will weather the storms of life. ONLY the Rock of our salvation – our Almighty God!

    Great verse from Job, too – perfect!

    GOD BLESS!

  2. Amanda says

    15 September, 2010 at 1:37 am

    Excellent WFW Wanda! I love it! So, so true… anything other than the foundation of Jesus Christ, is sheer vanity, no matter how opulent it looks.

    Funny, I was considering using a spiders web for todays WFW, but didn't quite know what to say about it lol! But you certainly nailed it… well done!

  3. Joanne Sher says

    15 September, 2010 at 3:31 am

    WOW, Wanda. Never noticed that verse before – and SUCH a great reminder to all of us! Thanks sweetie, and Happy WFW!

  4. Deb says

    15 September, 2010 at 4:29 am

    What a great analogy!! I'm your newest follower from WFW!!!

  5. ozjane says

    15 September, 2010 at 6:14 am

    Great photo and thoughts shared.
    such beauty in that web…….but it is so easily shattered.

  6. MTJ says

    15 September, 2010 at 6:57 am

    Hi Wanda,

    When I saw the title of your post, my thoughts immediately focused on Internet web design; probably because I was researching web design software products this morning.

    When I came to your blog and saw the picture, I smiled and thought, Oh, the other web.

    This scripture in Job is a vivid reminder of the need to trust in God and not in things. I recall that Jesus shared a warning about the kind of foundation one builds a house upon (Matthew 7:24-27).

    The lesson I gather from your post is that while Satan spin lies, we must be wise and discerning that the pursuit of material fame and fortune will not provide the security my life so desperately seeks.

    This is a good devotional thought for the day.

    Blessings and peace.

    MTJ

  7. BLUEBUTTERFLY says

    15 September, 2010 at 7:00 am

    Oh, Wanda…such truth. Even in the natural, getting caught in a Spider's web is not a pleasant experience. I think we often forget why satan is in business.

  8. lori says

    15 September, 2010 at 7:29 am

    Wanda,
    You've done it again! I'm going to be taking this and incorporating it into a "fall" devo for my girls…you know it's so true that the webs entangle us if we aren't continually aware of them. They are so fragile, we can destroy them easily but they lurk in corners….

    So much to think and pray on here!

    love it!! Thank you for the blessing!

    lori

  9. Jenifer says

    15 September, 2010 at 8:11 am

    He is the ONLY sure foundation!!! Love this!!!

    Blessings,
    Jenifer

  10. Joyfull says

    15 September, 2010 at 8:46 am

    Amen! Poweful post, vivid picture and encouraging words. Thanks for sharing and being a blessing!

  11. Kaye Swain - SandwichINK says

    15 September, 2010 at 9:33 am

    Very true – terrific food for thought. And praise God for the sure foundation – Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord! 🙂

  12. Peggy says

    15 September, 2010 at 10:59 am

    Blessings Wanda… I guess only a spider and the victims that crawl into the web would build a house this flimsy. But look at the intricacies of the work in the plan to capture, to draw us in… just like the lies of the world. Very powerful and vivid! How true the value of a proper foundation before we try to build. The pieces or places that fall around us are evident that we were not building with Him at the center and base; He is our Rock, our sure foundation!
    I'm so thankful and give Jesus praise as my Rock, and the proper foundation I need to make it through life and my walk. Thanks!

    EnJOY WFW! Steer clear of the webs!

    Peace,
    Peggy

  13. Nicole says

    15 September, 2010 at 10:59 am

    Great WFW Wanda! Love the picture and the verse goes so well with it!! Great analogy!

  14. Amy says

    15 September, 2010 at 12:05 pm

    Very good! & so true!

    Thank you for stopping by, & thank you also for the compliment on my header! My husband made it! 🙂

  15. Alicia, The Snowflake says

    15 September, 2010 at 12:37 pm

    Oh how true! I was just discussing this yesterday in my class yesterday with the teens I teach on Tuesdays. I realized it was a reminder I needed as well. Thanks for stepping on my toes! Happy WFW!

  16. GlowinGirl says

    15 September, 2010 at 2:05 pm

    Isn't that the truth. Satan is crafty, and he's so good at making us believe his way is what we want. Spider webs are all he's spinning.

  17. One Heart says

    15 September, 2010 at 2:39 pm

    Great words…but anything built upon the right foundation is icing on the cake. What comes to mind is Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you."

    If the heart has the order right, placing the intangible and eternal above the tangible and temporary, there is nothing wrong with enjoying the temporary, as long as it doesn't become first in our heart. We must seek Him continuously for our hearts are deceptive. My cue is the fruit of the Spirit–do I have peace and love and joy in my midst.

    Have a lovely Wednesday sis.

  18. welcome to my world of poetry says

    15 September, 2010 at 3:17 pm

    A wonderful read Wanda, a bit later than usual but better late than never,

    Thanks for the visit I do appreciate it,

    Yvonne.

  19. Joan says

    15 September, 2010 at 4:13 pm

    Great WFW, Wanda. I'm reminded of Psalm 127:1 – unless the Lord builds the house those who build it labor in vain. Building any other way is indeed foolish.

    Blessings,
    Joan

  20. Nemo @ Daily-dabble.com says

    15 September, 2010 at 6:00 pm

    Hi Wanda! Thanks for stopping by my blog today 🙂

    That's a great verse, and a very good reminder to keep our priorities straight. Satan is very crafty indeed and we often get trapped in his web of lies. Thanks for sharing!

  21. Toia says

    15 September, 2010 at 6:35 pm

    Jesus is a firm foundation, guarantee to have no cracks!! Happy WFW!!!

  22. Karen says

    15 September, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    Amen! Great lesson!

  23. Denise says

    15 September, 2010 at 11:06 pm

    So very true.

  24. Anna Katherine says

    16 September, 2010 at 5:54 am

    Wanda, I just made you a signature, go to my blog to see it!

  25. Ellie says

    16 September, 2010 at 7:10 am

    so true, amazing how our roots, foundation still affect so many decisions today and shaped who we are. The blueprints of our souls
    are constantly being shaped!~

  26. Karen says

    16 September, 2010 at 7:37 am

    Great lesson, Wanda. I love it when God gives me a "picture" of His truth, so it will stick with me!

  27. sarah says

    16 September, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    a web of lies….this is so true what you said..and that web of lies can grow so hugh without a person even knowing it's lies.Good lesson

  28. Sherry @ Lamp Unto My Feet says

    16 September, 2010 at 9:47 pm

    Great pic and verse! How wonderful to have a foundation on the Rock! 🙂

  29. Sherry @ Lamp Unto My Feet says

    16 September, 2010 at 9:47 pm

    Great pic and verse! How wonderful to have a foundation on the Rock! 🙂

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