Peter Drucker once wrote that “precisely because change is a constant in the change leader’s enterprise, the foundations have to be extra strong.” Our personal transformation must be built on a firm foundation so we can help others change and build their lives. Several lessons we can take from Drucker's quote: 

First, accept the fact that change will be a constant in your life, giving you opportunities to join God. The real problem with the rich, young ruler in Matthew 19:16-29 was that he missed out on all the great things Jesus had in store for him. He had embraced change in his life to get to where he was but was now stuck in the status quo simply making money, pursuing self-interest, and perhaps achieving the Jewish dream! He wasn't open to further change—doing something bigger and better in the Kingdom of God. Nor did he realize that with God all things are possible. 

Second, note that our foundations have to be extra strong. The man who built his house on a rock in Matthew 7:24-27 was able to withstand all the pressures of life that tempted him to waiver on his convictions. Knowing who and what is true will always protect you from making unwise decisions or embracing negative change.

Two main takeaways: 1) God has created us with skill sets to accomplish seemingly impossible things for him; he requires that we use our abilities responsibly, not wasting our talents (see Jesus' parable in Luke 19:11-27) as the rich young ruler did, and 2) God has given “us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence,” (2 Peter 1:3); we have everything we need to build a firm foundation.