S12-037 — Jesus Is Our Cornerstone

Series: Light on Life Podcast

Theme: Built on the Powerful Rock — Jesus as Our Cornerstone

Jesus is our cornerstone—the solid foundation on which everything lasting and true is built (Matt. 21:42). What others rejected, God exalted. With Christ in His rightful place, everything holds together.

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Big Idea

Christ, the Cornerstone rejected by men and exalted by God, is the only foundation that can support a life of enduring faith, hope, and purpose.

Key Texts

“The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.” — Matthew 21:42 (cf. Psalm 118:22; 1 Peter 2:4–7; Ephesians 2:19–22)

Matthew 21:42 — Jesus cites Psalm 118, identifying Himself as the Cornerstone.
1 Peter 2:4–7 — Believers as living stones built on Christ.
Ephesians 2:19–22 — God’s household built on Christ, the chief Cornerstone.

Background

In ancient building, the cornerstone fixed the layout and stability of the entire structure. If the cornerstone was set true, the building stood firm. If not, everything skewed. In the same way, when Jesus is set in His rightful place in our lives, alignment and strength follow.

Teaching Flow

The Rejected Stone: Why the builders missed Jesus (expectations, offense, and unbelief).
God’s Exaltation: Resurrection and enthronement validate the Cornerstone.
Alignment: Bringing beliefs, habits, and priorities to square with Christ.
Building Together: Living stones in a spiritual house — unity and purpose.
Enduring in Trials: A true foundation that stabilizes through storms.

Timeline Snapshot

Psalm 118 penned — prophetic reference to the rejected stone.
Jesus’ ministry — parables and confrontations reveal the builders’ rejection.
Passion week — Matt. 21:42 citation; crucifixion and resurrection.
Early Church — apostolic teaching frames Christ as Cornerstone (Acts, 1 Peter, Ephesians).
Today — the Church continues building aligned to Christ’s plumb line.

Reflection & Discussion

Where have I “rejected” Jesus’ way in practice, even subtly? Which habit this week needs to realign to Christ’s plumb line? Who can I encourage as a “living stone” in God’s house? What storm am I facing — and how does Christ steady me?

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Accept the Challenge

This week, put Christ first in a tangible area (time, priorities, speech, generosity). Tell a friend what you’re doing and ask them to check in. Celebrate the fruit of alignment.

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What does it look like, in your world, to set Jesus as the Cornerstone? Share a short testimony or question with us so others can be strengthened.

Prayer

Father, thank You for exalting Jesus as the Cornerstone. Align my heart and habits to Him. Establish me, steady me, and build my life into Your house for Your glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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