Genesis 8-11, Psalm 3
Genesis 11:3-4 (NLT)
“They began saying to each other, ‘Let’s make bricks and
harden them with fire.’ (In this region bricks were used instead of stone, and
tar was used for mortar.) Then they said, ‘Come, let’s build a great city for
ourselves with a tower that reaches into the sky. This will make us famous and
keep us from being scattered all over the world.’”
In Genesis 11:3–4, we read the well-known story of the Tower
of Babel. The people sought to build a city and a tower that reached the
heavens. They believed the tower would make them famous, bring them
recognition, and prevent them from being scattered across the earth.
I have heard this story many times throughout my life, yet I
never fully understood why the building of the Tower of Babel was so
displeasing to the Lord. The people no longer viewed Father-God as the source
of their security, so they sought to create security for themselves by building
a city. In constructing the tower, they attempted to assert their own authority
and elevate themselves rather than submit to the Lord’s authority. Their pride
led them to believe that the tower would bring them fame and recognition—they
desired to glorify themselves rather than Father-God.
Additionally, the Lord had already commanded humanity to
“fill the earth” (Genesis 1:28), yet the people feared being scattered and
directly disobeyed His instruction. Their fear revealed a lack of trust in
Father-God’s provision and His plans for them.
The story of the Tower of Babel reminds me of the many ways
I lived before I was saved. Now, I regularly examine whether I am truly viewing
the Lord as my source of security. I ask myself whether my actions are driven
by a desire for personal recognition or whether they are meant to glorify
Father-God. I also reflect on whether my choices reveal trust—or distrust—in
the Lord’s plans for my life. Knowing that Father-God is pleased with me fills
me with indescribable joy. And now that I understand what it means to live in
that assurance, I choose to order my life in ways that honor Him.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place
your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who brings lasting joy when you see Him as
the source of your security—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him.
Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him,
and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful
and ready to meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for
all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart
that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is
my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of
salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made
new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of
Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel,
Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s
love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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shaped my faith. If you’re searching for a place to grow, worship, and
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