Matthew 7:21-29 - Homilies By J.a. Macdonald

The title to the kingdom.

As our Lord concludes his sermon, bringing us before the judgment-seat, so should we habitually judge ourselves as in the searching light of eternity. He advises us—

I. THAT BY TRUE OBEDIENCE TO THE WILL OF GOD WE PROVE TITLE TO THE KINGDOM .

1 . That will is embodied in the "sayings" of Jesus.

2 . Profession is no substitute for obedience.

3 . Zeal in the cause of religion is no substitute for religion. The repetition of the word "Lord" suggests earnestness.

II. THAT IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT WE BE THUS ABLE TO PROVE OUR TITLE .

1 . For the testing will be severe.

2 . The life-building founded on the Rock of Ages will abide.

3 . The life-building founded on the sand will be wrecked.