Simple Coumpounds

Simple compounds combined together can make something incredible. On their own they might not be able to do much or seem of much worth but when combined together something amazing can occur... 
 I've heard an analogy that stuck with me. Cement is made from simple compounds- cement powder, rocks, sand and water. When these what seem to be simple ingredients are combined something that can withstand and hold an amazing amount of pressure is created. But if the mixture is wrong it can become weak and crumble away. There is also a curing time. When cement is drying the slightest of breeze or touch can cause an indent or a mark that will dry and cure to be seen for all of its existence.

  Our testimony and faith can be compared to cement. When what seems to be simple compounds such as prayer, scripture study and church attendance are combined something great that can withstand a tremendous amount of pressure and weight is created.  What our faith and testimony is built on must be strong, able to withstand whatever may come our way.  While it is curing what we let influence us also matters.
Just as the tape imprinted into this picture of cement, trials and hard times will come and may leave an imprint but this doesn't mean they have to make up who we are. By putting our faith and trust in Jesus Christ all things are possible.