Jesus told a story about two brothers who built houses. One was smart and built on rock, while the other took the easy way out and built on sand. When the storms hit, only the rock house stood strong. Jesus wanted his listeners to take action, not just listen to his words. It's like preparing for bad weather - you need a strong foundation. So, think of it this way: if you want your house to stand, you've got to put in the effort to build it right. It's the same with following Jesus - it takes work, but it's worth it in the end.