Matthew 7:25

and the rain came down, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house; and it did not fall, for it had been founded on the rock.

English Majority Text (NT)

In The King James Version

And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.

In Context

24“Therefore, everyone who hears these words of Mine and does them, I will compare him to a wise man who built his house upon the rock:

26“And everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not do them, will be compared to a foolish man who built his house on the sand:

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Cross References

Acts 14:22strengthening the souls of the disciples, urging them to continue in the faith, saying, “Through many tribulations we must enter into the kingdom of God.”

Ephesians 3:17that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; being rooted and founded in love,

James 1:12Blessed is the man who endures temptation; because when he is approved, he shall receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

1 Peter 1:7so that the genuineness of your faith, which is more precious than gold that perishes, though being tested with fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 7:22-29

The Sermon on the Mount. 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. 24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken… Read the whole commentary →

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