Summary: Jesus quotes Psalm 118 to describe Himself as the rejected cornerstone — a warning and a prophecy of vindication.
Key Verse: v. 10 – “The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.”
Discussion Questions:
- Why does Jesus quote Psalm 118 here? How is He “the stone”?
- What is the irony of the “builders” rejecting the most important piece?
- How does this help us understand the outcome of rejecting Jesus?
- What warning and hope do these verses give us today?
Cross References:
- Psalm 118:22–23 – Messianic prophecy
- Acts 4:11 – Peter’s declaration that Jesus is the cornerstone
- 1 Peter 2:6–8 – Jesus as a stone of stumbling and rock of offense
- Ephesians 2:19–22 – Christ as cornerstone of the Church
? REFLECTION & APPLICATION QUESTIONS
- What areas of your life are you tempted to keep under your own “authority,” resisting Jesus?
- How do you respond when God’s Word confronts your sin or priorities?
- Are you cultivating fruit in God’s vineyard—or resisting His reign?
- Are you rejecting or receiving the Stone? Is Jesus your cornerstone or your stumbling block?
? TAKEAWAY
Jesus is not just a teacher or prophet — He is the Beloved Son, sent with full authority from the Father. To reject Him is to reject God. But to receive Him is to be part of something eternal — a people built on the Rock.
PREpare for Worship Tomorrow:
Get to bed early and sleep well – (turn screens off 2 hours before bet)
Read the Text through before you go to bed
Ask God to open your heart to receive the Word
SEE YOU TOMORROW!