Home Values Part 4: How long will it last?

"Home Values"

Part 4: How Long Will It Last?
1 Chronicles 28
Pastor Ray-ann Dela Fuente
November 15, 2026

Memory Verse:
“Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise! No one can measure his greatness. Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts; let them proclaim your power. I will meditate on your majestic, glorious splendor and your wonderful miracles. Your awe inspiring deeds will be on every tongue; I will proclaim your greatness. Everyone will share the story of your wonderful goodness; they will sing with joy about your righteousness.” Psalms 145:3-7 NLT

Introduction:
Welcome to another exciting Sunday here at the River of Faith! Today we are in part four and conclusion of our Series I entitled "Home Values." As we have just finished talking about the core values that made our church who we are, we are now going to talk about the Biblical Values that should make our homes stronger and deeply rooted on the Word of God.

What would you say is the most famous bridge in the world? Fame can be subjective but the internet calls the Golden Gate Bridge the most photographed and probably the most famous bridge in the world. Do you know that the Golden Gate Bridge is about 1.7 miles in total length and hangs 746 feet above the water. It cost only $35 million under the budget to construct and It took about 4 years and 4 months to finished and it was officially opened on May 27th 1937! That was 89 years ago! Did you think they asked the question "how long will it last?"

“David summoned all the officials of Israel to Jerusalem—the leaders of the tribes, the commanders of the army divisions, the other generals and captains, the overseers of the royal property and livestock, the palace officials, the mighty men, and all the other brave warriors in the kingdom. David rose to his feet and said: “My brothers and my people! It was my desire to build a Temple where the Ark of the LORD’s Covenant, God’s footstool, could rest permanently. I made the necessary preparations for building it, but God said to me, ‘You must not build a Temple to honor my name, for you are a warrior and have shed much blood.’ “Yet the LORD, the God of Israel, has chosen me from among all my father’s family to be king over Israel forever. For he has chosen the tribe of Judah to rule, and from among the families of Judah he chose my father’s family. And from among my father’s sons the LORD was pleased to make me king over all Israel.”
1 Chronicles 28:1-4 NLT

Main Pointers:

1. All of us are building something, the question is how long will it last.

A. David had a noble desire to build a permanent temple for the Lord unfortunately God did not allow him to build it himself because of his blood stained hands, never the less God chose him to be the anointed one in all of his family. This was a spiritual responsibility and David took it to the heart.
B. “But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it? Otherwise, you might complete only the foundation before running out of money, and then everyone would laugh at you. They would say, ‘There’s the person who started that building and couldn’t afford to finish it!’”
Luke 14:28-30 NLT

2. What is the key in creating something that lasts?

“He said to me, ‘Your son Solomon will build my Temple and its courtyards, for I have chosen him as my son, and I will be his father. And if he continues to obey my commands and regulations as he does now, I will make his kingdom last forever.’ “So now, with God as our witness, and in the sight of all Israel—the LORD’s assembly—I give you this charge. Be careful to obey all the commands of the LORD your God, so that you may continue to possess this good land and leave it to your children as a permanent inheritance.”
1 Chronicles 28:6-8 NLT

A. David's civil duty was to addressed all Israel of the plans that needed to take place but his spiritual duty was to make sure that his son Solomon understood what it takes to create something that will last a lifetime.
B. ““Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from the time you first heard it until now. And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.”
Philippians 1:3, 5-6 NLT

3. God has chosen you to be strong, do the work and build a home for the Lord!

“And Solomon, my son, learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve him with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the LORD sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek him, you will find him. But if you forsake him, he will reject you forever. So take this seriously. The LORD has chosen you to build a Temple as his sanctuary. Be strong, and do the work.”
1 Chronicles 28:9-10 NLT

A. The words of David to Solomon are the real blue print building something that will last a long time. The biggest tragedy that could ever happen to us is to find ourselves working so hard all our lives just to build something that doesn't even last.
B. “This is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies says: Look at what’s happening to you! You have planted much but harvest little. You eat but are not satisfied. You drink but are still thirsty. You put on clothes but cannot keep warm. Your wages disappear as though you were putting them in pockets filled with holes!”
Haggai 1:5-6 NLT 
C. “Now go up into the hills, bring down timber, and rebuild my house. Then I will take pleasure in it and be honored, says the LORD. You hoped for rich harvests, but they were poor. And when you brought your harvest home, I blew it away. Why? Because my house lies in ruins, says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, while all of you are busy building your own fine houses.”
Haggai 1:8-9 NLT

Conclusion:
There is much needed revival that needs to take place in our homes today. It will all start once we go back to the Biblical principles that will make our homes strong and secure. The world tells us to big bigger and stronger. What really matters is will it last longer? Calculate the cost. Do the work. Be courageous and build for the next generation.