The Unshakable Thing

Hebrews 12:25-29; 13:14; 11:13-16; 12:28-29; 1 Corinthians 15:58; 2 Timothy 3:16; John 1:14; John 10:22-29; 1 John 5:13; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Introduction

This morning we consider a blessed truth from Hebrews 12 and related passages: God will remove that which is shaken so that that which cannot be shaken may remain. Life is unstable—economies, relationships, reputations, and governments all can fail. But the Christian is not left without hope. Dr. Terry LeQuieu preached on “The Unshakable Thing” by pointing us to four unshakable realities in the believer’s life. These are not mere platitudes; they are scriptural certainties that anchor our souls when everything else is in motion.

You can remain seated. Hebrews chapter number twelve is where we’re going to be at this morning. Hebrews chapter number twelve. Look at verse number twenty five says, see that ye refuse not him that speaketh. For if they escape not who refused him that spake on earth, much more shall not we escape if we turn away from him that speaketh from heaven, whose voice then shook the earth, but now he hath promised, saying, yet once more I shake not the earth only, but also heaven. And this word yet once more signifieth the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that are made, that those things which cannot be shaken may remain. Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved. Let us have grace whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear. For our God is a consuming fire.

Outline

1. The Teachings of Christ: The Unshakable Word
   1. Scriptural basis

      All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible is inspired and preserved (Psalm 119:89), and it stands when everything else falls.

   2. Practical meaning

      The Word is our foundation and moral compass. When doctrines or morals are attacked, returning to Scripture is the remedy. The KJV is affirmed here as the preserved English translation that this congregation follows.

   3. Why it matters

      If the foundation is destroyed, the righteous are without help (Psalm 11:3). Satan attacks Scripture because he knows that destroying a foundation undermines everything built on it. Hold fast to the Bible; it is the unshakable teaching of Christ.

2. The True Church: The Unshakable Assembly
   1. Scriptural basis

      The local church is the house of God, the pillar and ground of the truth (1 Timothy 3:15). Christ promised to build His church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18).

   2. Practical meaning

      The “true church” here means those local assemblies that faithfully proclaim and practice the Word. The church is both ground (foundation where truth is taught) and pillar (support that upholds truth).

   3. Why it matters

      A faithful church protects believers from worldly influence and equips saints for service. The church is called to be separate from the world and bold for truth—offensive in mission, not passive in defense.

3. The Treasured Choice: The Unshakable Salvation
   1. Scriptural basis

      Jesus taught that His sheep hear His voice, follow Him, and receive eternal life; none can pluck them out of His hand (John 10:27-29). First John 5:13 assures believers that they may know they have eternal life.

   2. Practical meaning

      Salvation is not kept by our strength but secured by Christ’s power. Eternal security means the believer’s position before God is unshakable: no man, devil, or circumstance can remove it.

   3. Why it matters

      This truth provides boldness in evangelism and comfort in trial: even if life becomes a living trial (as with Job), your eternal destiny is fixed in Christ. When doubts come, test them by Scripture, prayer, and life evidences (faith, repentance, growth in knowledge).

4. The Timeless Consummation: The Unshakable Eternity
   1. Scriptural basis

      Hebrews speaks of receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved (Hebrews 12:28). Revelation and the prophets teach that God will make a new heaven and a new earth and that the saints will enter an eternal city prepared by God (Hebrews 11:13-16; Revelation 21).

   2. Practical meaning

      Our citizenship is in heaven (Philippians 3:20); we are pilgrims here (Hebrews 13:14). Temporal trials are light and momentary compared with the eternal weight of glory coming to us (2 Corinthians 4:17-18).

   3. Why it matters

      Setting our affections on things above changes daily decisions, disciplines, and priorities. Being “heavenly minded” is not escaping duty; it fuels evangelism, godly living, and endurance—because we value what is eternal.

Summary

Dr. Terry LeQuieu emphasized four unshakable realities every believer can hold fast to: the Teachings of Christ (the inspired, preserved Scripture), the True Church (the pillar and ground of truth), the Treasured Choice (the security of salvation), and the Timeless Consummation (the eternal kingdom). These are God-given anchors in a shaken world. The Lord shakes and removes what is temporary so that what is eternal may remain. Let us therefore stand firm in the revealed truths of God, serve Him with reverence, and live with the assurance that our God is a consuming fire, refining us and setting our hearts ablaze for His glory.

Here the word unshakeable if we are to look it up, the word unshakeable means unmoved. We can also use other synonyms for it. We can say something that is firm, something that is staunch, something resolute, something sure, certain, fixed, secure, constant, or even absolute.

Application for the Week

Make this week practical. The unshakable truths we hold must show themselves in our habits and witness. Here are actionable steps to help you live out those truths:

1. Anchor in Scripture daily

   Commit to a short daily reading plan: 15 minutes each morning or evening in the Gospels and 10 minutes in a Psalm or an epistle. Memorize one verse (for example Hebrews 12:28 or John 10:28) and meditate on it each day.

2. Engage faithfully with the local church

   Attend Sunday services and a midweek study. Volunteer in a ministry this week (usher, children’s class, visitation). The church is where truth is taught and lived—be present, not passive.

3. Examine your assurance

   If you have doubts about your salvation, do the three tests: (1) Are you trusting Christ alone for salvation? (2) Is there evidence of new life (prayer, Bible hunger, repentance, growth)? (3) Have you confessed and relied on the promises of Scripture? Speak with a pastor or mature believer if you need counsel.

4. Set affections on heaven

   Each time you make a decision this week—spending, entertainment, priorities—ask: “Does this reflect a heavenly perspective?” Adjust one choice to align with eternal priorities (for example, limit a worldly activity and use that time to witness, serve, or pray).

5. Live with discipline and purpose

   Practice delayed gratification: make one deliberate choice this week that favors what you want most (spiritual maturity, a godly family legacy) over what you want now. Begin a simple budget or a family discipleship plan to model long-term, eternal thinking.

6. Share the unshakable truths

   Tell one person the simple gospel this week and share why your Bible, church, salvation, and hope of heaven matter to you. Ask for prayer needs and pray with them if they are willing.

May this week be shaped by truths that cannot be shaken. Stand firm, serve faithfully, and keep your eyes on the unshakable kingdom to come.