Haven't you read this scripture: "The stone the builders rejected has become the Cornerstone, the Lord has done this and it is marvelous in our eyes." Mark 12:10-11
A few things to see here and ask...First of all Jesus is quoting Psalm 118:22, the only old testament reference to a cornerstone. Next who are the builders? Jesus was speaking to prominent men in the "church", the chief preists, the teachers of the law and the elders who were rejecting Him, the Cornerstone. Jesus is the Cornerstone of The Church. Before we go any further, lets determine the significance of a cornerstone. The cornerstone (or foundation stone) concept is derived from the first stone set in the construction of a masonry foundation, important since all other stones will be set in reference to this stone, thus determining the position of the entire structure. This to me is fascinating because when we think of "church" most will picture a physical structure set in one specific place. When I read this I see Jesus and us. He is the cornerstone and we are the stones set in reference to Him. It does not matter where we physically gather because we are the church structure. We each have a unique position in the structure. What is your position? Have you thought about the ways that you add to the structure? What do you feel Jesus is calling you to do to support the structure?
Something else to consider when visualizing the church is to remember that Jesus specifically commissioned the Gospel to be spread to all corners of the earth. Think about that symbolically...Now what do you see when you think about the church?
O' Lord, you are my foundation. In everything I say and do may it always be in perfect reference to you...what I see is marvelous in my eyes...
Beauty
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- My faith is what moves me , it is enjoyable, irresistable, lovely and warm with a sense of mystery. Its like a summer day with a gentle breeze blowing my hair, like a butterfly emerging from a cacoon, like a flower pushing its way through the soil of the earth, like a hidden treasure waiting to be found, yes it is my faith that defines me and I am completely content regardless of what goes on around me...My life with Yeshua is like a well written novel that I can not and will not put down... My greatest desire is to be used by Him to touch hearts without religiousity, denominationalism or legalism. One heart at a time. God Bless All from Shelli
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I really like the way that you explained the job of the cornerstone on this, thank you!!
The Great Comission is my calling and I am so excited! I pray for the courage that is needed to shine for you in dark places, my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Thank you for my partner in Commission! For you send us out in pairs to help one another, and complete Your message and your heavenly church, one Spiritual brick at a time.
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