How to Read a Prophet –The Cornerstone

Isaiah 28:16-19

Introduction• Christ the cornerstone• Christ the capstone• Christ the keystone

Cornerstone – Isa 28:16• Foundation stone– 39’4”x7’10”x43”– Still stands on the

temple mount

Cornerstone – Isa 28:16• Built upon the

confession “You are the Christ. . .” – Mt 16:18

• The believer is secure

Cornerstone – Isa 28:16• Annul the “Contract

with death”• Breaks all agree-

ments with hell

Cornerstone – Isa 28:16• Sure judgment is

coming to Israel• Exacting as the

measuring and plumbline

The Capstone

Capstone• Prevent damage from elements– They splatter off the capstone and away

from the brick or stone– Prevents the moisture from getting

between the brick or stone

Capstone –Psalm 118:22; 1 Pet 2:7-8

• The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone• Stone of stumbling – Isa 8:14• Parable of the Tenants– Mat 21:31-44 (42-44)

• Peter – brings judgment on the unbeliever

Keystone – Ephesians 2:11-22

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Living Stone – 1 Pet 2:4-7• Stone – building stone– Cornerstone – Jesus Christ– Foundation - apostles– Living – Idea: life, moving, breathing

• Unity of the Spirit (Eph 4:3)• Bond – peace

Living Stone – 1 Pet 2:4-7

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Application• Cornerstone is eternal– Unmovable and unshakable

• We rest upon that stone– Bonded together with peace