Series: Foundations of a Great Life - Week 4 Pastor Nestor Flores Sunday, June 8, 2025 “Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock… it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) “If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success.” Ecclesiastes 10:10 (NIV) SIX SKILLS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS… 1. Living With Awe: Cultivate A Deep Respect For God The Lord commanded us to fear Him… so that it may always go well for us…” Deuteronomy 6:24 (NETB) 2. Financial Stewardship: Managing Money Wisely “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” Psalm 24:1 (NIV) 3. Intentional Relationships: Choosing the Right People “Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers.” Psalm 1:1 (NIV) 4. Consistent Faithfulness: Demonstrating Reliability Over Time “Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:2 (NIV) 5. Mental Vigilance: Guard Your Thoughts “Carefully guard your thoughts…” Proverbs 4:23 (CEV) 6. Wise Decision-Making: Navigating Life With Discernment “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5 (NIV)