Unshakeable Security: Finding Foundation in Christ

In a world filled with uncertainty, shifting values, and constant change, there is only one true foundation that never fails: Jesus Christ. Life often feels like it’s built on shifting sand—our health, our finances, our relationships, and even our sense of purpose can all be shaken in an instant. But for those who are in Christ, there is a security that transcends every storm and every doubt. Jesus’ words remind us that the wise build their lives on the rock, and that rock is Christ Himself. No matter what comes—rain, floods, or winds—those who are rooted in Him will not fall.

This security is not something we earn or maintain by our own strength. It is a gift, rooted in Christ’s finished work. We are born again into God’s family, not by our own merit, but by His mercy and grace. Just as a child inherits from their family, so we receive an imperishable, undefiled inheritance kept in heaven for us. Nothing in this broken world can touch or diminish what God has reserved for His children. Our future is secure, not because of our faithfulness, but because of Christ’s faithfulness and His unbreakable promise.

But this security is not just for the future; it is for the present as well. God’s power shields and protects us right now, even as we walk through the challenges and temptations of daily life. Our salvation is a past event, a present reality, and a future hope. We are justified, being sanctified, and will one day be glorified. Even when we struggle with sin or feel insecure, God’s grip on us is stronger than our grip on Him. He is at work, pulling us back, pruning away what doesn’t belong, and inviting us to rest in His promises.

If you find yourself feeling insecure in your relationship with Christ, consider whether you are leaning on your own understanding, allowing unconfessed sin to take root, or perhaps have never truly trusted Jesus as your Savior. The invitation is open: find your security in Christ alone. He is holy forever, and His grip on you is unbreakable. Rest in the assurance that nothing in this world can separate you from the love and security found in Him.

Key Takeaways

• 1. True security is found only in Christ’s finished work, not in our own efforts or circumstances. We are born again into God’s family by His initiative, not by our striving. This means our identity and worth are anchored in what Christ has done, not in what we do or fail to do. Resting in this truth frees us from the anxiety of trying to secure ourselves in a world of shifting sand. [45:10]
• 2. Our inheritance in Christ is imperishable, undefiled, and reserved in heaven—completely untouched by the brokenness of this world. God’s promises are not subject to the decay, corruption, or uncertainties that plague our earthly lives. The security of our future is as certain as the character and faithfulness of God Himself. This hope empowers us to live boldly and faithfully, knowing our ultimate reward is safe in His hands. [52:17]
• 3. Present security is not just a future hope but a current reality. God’s power actively guards and keeps us through faith, not by our own strength or performance. Even when our faith falters, it is God’s grip that holds us fast, not our grip on Him. This means we can face today’s challenges with confidence, knowing that nothing and no one—including ourselves—can snatch us from His hand. [56:19]
• 4. The process of sanctification—becoming more like Christ—is evidence of God’s ongoing work in us. Justification secures our standing, glorification secures our future, but sanctification is God’s present activity, shaping us through both conviction and comfort. When we feel the Holy Spirit’s prompting to repent or change, it is a sign of His keeping power, not a threat to our security. Responding to His work leads us into the “more” God has for us in this life. [63:47]
• 5. Feelings of insecurity in Christ can stem from leaning on our own understanding, harboring unconfessed sin, or not truly knowing Him. Our emotions are not always reliable indicators of spiritual reality. Instead, we are called to trust God’s promises, repent where needed, and rest in the assurance that Christ’s grip is stronger than our doubts or failures. The invitation remains open for all to find unshakeable security in Jesus. [67:55]

Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [38:29] - The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders
• [41:00] - The Uncertainty of Life and the Search for Security
• [43:30] - Christ: The Only True Foundation
• [45:10] - Security Rooted in Christ’s Work
• [47:00] - Born Again and Adopted into God’s Family
• [49:30] - The Security of Belonging to God
• [52:17] - Our Imperishable Inheritance
• [53:55] - The Safety Deposit of Heaven
• [56:19] - Present Protection by God’s Power
• [58:30] - The Three Tenses of Salvation
• [60:44] - God’s Grip: No One Can Snatch Us
• [63:47] - Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification
• [67:55] - Why We May Feel Insecure in Christ
• [70:00] - Responding to God’s Invitation

Bible Reading

1 Peter 1:1-5 (ESV) — > Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ,
> To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia,
> according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood:
> May grace and peace be multiplied to you.
> Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
> to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you,
> who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

Observation Questions

1. According to 1 Peter 1:3-5, what are the three main things God has done for believers?
2. What words does Peter use to describe our inheritance in Christ? Why do you think he chose those words?
3. In the sermon, what family terms are used to describe our relationship with God? ([45:10])
4. What does the passage say about who is protecting or guarding us right now? ([56:19])

Interpretation Questions

1. Why does Peter emphasize that our inheritance is “imperishable, undefiled, and unfading”? What does this say about the security of our future? ([52:17])
2. The sermon says our security is not based on our own efforts, but on Christ’s finished work. How does this change the way someone might view their relationship with God? ([45:10])
3. The process of sanctification is described as God’s ongoing work in us. How can conviction or the feeling of needing to repent actually be a sign of God’s keeping power, not a threat to our security? ([01:03:47])
4. The sermon mentions that feelings of insecurity can come from leaning on our own understanding or harboring unconfessed sin. How can someone tell the difference between a true lack of security in Christ and just unreliable feelings? ([01:07:55])

Application Questions

1. The sermon says that many people try to find security in things like health, finances, or relationships, but only Christ is a true foundation. What is one area of your life where you tend to look for security outside of Jesus? What would it look like to shift your trust to Him in that area? ([43:30])
2. Peter says our inheritance is “kept in heaven” and cannot be touched by the brokenness of this world. When you face disappointment or loss, how does this truth help you respond differently than you might otherwise? ([52:17])
3. The sermon talks about being “born again” and adopted into God’s family. How does knowing you are a child of God affect the way you see yourself and your worth? ([45:10])
4. The pastor said, “Even when our faith falters, it is God’s grip that holds us fast, not our grip on Him.” Can you think of a time when you felt like your faith was weak, but God still held onto you? What did you learn from that experience? ([56:19])
5. The process of sanctification means God is pruning away what doesn’t belong and inviting us to rest in His promises. Is there something in your life right now that you sense God is asking you to let go of or change? What step could you take this week to respond? ([01:03:47])
6. The sermon says that sometimes we feel insecure in Christ because of unconfessed sin. Is there anything you need to bring into the light and confess to God or a trusted friend? What’s holding you back? ([01:07:55])
7. The invitation is open to find your security in Christ alone. If you’re not sure you’ve ever truly trusted Jesus as your Savior, what questions or doubts do you have? What would it look like to take a step toward Him today? ([01:07:55])