5. What was the effect on such a structure when tests and trials came? Matthew 7:25.
NOTE: ‘Here is offered to every one a sure foundation. You may take your stand now upon the truth, upon the sayings of Jesus Christ, and know that you stand upon that which is immovable. This is the move which wisdom calls you to make. No matter what your circumstances may be, no matter what difficulties may rise up against you, they cannot shake you if your feet are planted upon the foundation of God's word. The truth will triumph, and those who rest upon it will triumph with it. Will you build upon the rock, or upon the sand?’ E. J. Waggoner: Present Truth, November 23, 1893.
6. How are we shown that Christ can protect His people from storm and tempest? Matthew 8:24-26. Compare Acts 27:18-24.
NOTE: ‘God does not accept men because of their capabilities, but because they seek His face, desiring His help. God sees not as man sees. He judges not from appearances. He searches the heart, and judges righteously. “To this man will I look,” He declares, “even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word.” He accepts and communes with His lowly, unpretentious followers; for in them He sees the most precious material, which will stand the test of storm and tempest.’ In Heavenly Places, page 68.