Work in Progress

Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain.Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.


Psalm 127:1










Construction has been in my blood since I was young. I used to build forts out of scrap lumber and tree houses on abandoned land. I will never forget the feeling the first time I climbed in to the tree house and I was not on the ground!




I also did my first renovation job when I was 13 years old. I completely rebuilt a garage in the back of my house including the foundation and the roof. This was the beginning of my destiny with construction. Julie and I built houses renovated houses and fixed up houses. It was a passion we both shared. But building the house was only a part of the project. There was a part that could have used more thought and planning.




"It's all up to you!" That's the prevailing mindset for high achievers in our world. But it is wrong. My efforts to build and be a part of something greater are ultimately in vain if the Lord doesn't bless them. They flourished for a time under intense efforts, but the plans and the construction of great things need to be from the Lord.




If not, they will not stand the test of time.





It's tough to build the foundation after the roof is finished. The house needs to be rebuilt as the house is renovated from the top..down.




God needs to be in charge of construction from the beginning of building the foundation.




Time to re-look at those plans to make sure it is done the right way this time.




God's way!





Lord, forgive me for trying to make everything happen by my own efforts and relentless work. You can do far more to advance my work for your kingdom than all my worry and fretfulness could ever do. Please take the lead in every aspect of my life; defeat me in efforts not in harmony with your will and empower my efforts which will bring you glory on the Adventure in Middle Grove.