Therefore] The conclusion of our Saviours sermon upon the mount, wherein, by a similitude, he shews the firm estate of those that practise the things he taught them in this sermon, and the failing condition of such as onely heard them; lest any should think they must be saved, because they had heard such an excellent sermon, and that from Christs own mouth. whosoever heareth these sayings of mine] Luke 6:47. unto a wise man] The first thing a wise builder goeth about, is to seek a good foundation to build his house on.